EYFS Class Teacher, Nelson

Cidari Education, the Local Governing Committee, staff, and children of Great Marsden St John's Church of England Primary Academy are seeking to recruit a teacher to teach, guide, and nurture the youngest children in our academy. The ideal candidate will be keen to learn, a team player, self-motivated, have high expectations of themselves and others, be child-centred, and able to stay positive—even when times are challenging. The candidate should have experience teaching within EYFS or Key Stage 1. They should be committed to delivering high-quality provision rooted in sound early years practice, considering the findings of the ‘Strong foundations in the first years of school’ document published 8 October 2024. Candidates with no direct EYFS experience are welcome to apply but should clearly explain why they feel the role is suitable for them. This position is not suitable for ECTs.Why us? We can offer you: Quality teaching and learning; A professional, happy, and enthusiastic staff team; A school well-equipped for education in the 21st century; Motivated and experienced Governing Body and central Trust team; Good opportunities for personal and career development; Employee Assistance Programme;Access to health and wellbeing support for you and your family; Access to employee benefits&rewards through Perkbox; Cycle to work scheme. Our children are amazing young people. They are hardworking and well-behaved. They will want a teacher who can build strong relationships with them, know them as individuals, deliver engaging learning, and always be firm but fair. We are looking to appoint a talented and committed professional with the qualities, skills, and drive necessary to fulfill this key role.Can you offer us: Well-developed teaching skills; A commitment to continuous improvement; Enthusiasm, resilience, adaptability, and a positive outlook; Willingness to be involved in extracurricular activities and wider school life; A commitment to our Christian ethos. Proposed interview date: Thursday 5th June 2025Please note that, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be conducted as part of our safer recruitment pre-employment checks on shortlisted candidates. We are part of Cidari Multi Academy Trust, established in November 2013, a growing educational trust within the Blackburn Diocese. Cidari Education is committed to providing high-quality education based on Christian values and principles.Cidari Multi Academy Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory checks by the Disclosure&Barring Service, including cautions, reprimands, warnings, or convictions. Further information is available below. Great Marsden St John's Church of England Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnicity, gender, transgender status, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.Great Marsden St John's Church of England Primary Academy Manage Consent Preferences Always Active #J-18808-Ljbffr