Early Years Teacher – Part-time, long-term temporary and ongoing from September 2026, with full-time KS1 teaching responsibility
This Early Years Teacher role is within a school environment where children benefit from a caring, well-structured approach to learning and strong pastoral support. Teaching is purposeful and engaging, helping pupils develop confidence, positive behaviour, and secure foundations for future learning. Leadership provides clear direction and supports staff effectively, creating a calm and inclusive setting where children are encouraged to thrive.Duties as Early Years Teacher:

• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Teach Key Stage 1 pupils on a full-time basis alongside early years responsibilities
• Create a stimulating, inclusive, and well-organised learning environment
• Support children’s development across communication, language, literacy, numeracy, and personal development
• Use assessment to track progress and inform planning across EYFS and KS1
• Maintain clear routines and positive behaviour expectations
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and colleagues across year groups
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers through effective communication
• Contribute to planning, assessment, and wider school development
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and follow all school policies

Ideal Early Years Teacher:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status
• Has experience teaching in Early Years and Key Stage 1
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and the KS1 curriculum
• Is confident managing differing age groups and adapting teaching accordingly
• Is organised, flexible, and able to manage a varied teaching timetable
• Is warm, patient, and committed to supporting young learners’ development
• Works effectively as part of a team and independently when required
• Is able to commit to a long-term, ongoing role from September 2026

Why Step Teachers?With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!