EYFS TEACHER

Location

POULTON-LE-SANDS CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Church Street , Morecambe , LA4 5QA
Tel: 01524 413273
School website: poulton-le-sands.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 156

Information

Are you looking for a new challenge?
Poulton-le-Sands C of E Primary School is a sanctuary of Christian love. We forge futures in our community and inspire a joy of learning and a delight in one another. In faith, we are refined through challenge, growing with God, together.
The light shines in the darkness and the darkness shall not overcome it. (John 1 v.5)
We are looking for a permanent, full time teacher to add to our strong team. The position will be in our EYFS class and will include subject leadership, to be negotiated once appointed. Please indicate your subject leadership skills and interests within your letter of application.
It is intended that the post will commence after Easter on Tuesday 22nd April 2025

We are seeking someone who can deliver a consistently high standard of teaching, leading to good rates of progress for all within the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Key Responsibilities

Planning & Delivery: Develop and implement engaging activities that support the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and are aligned with our Christian values.

Individual Development: Monitor each child’s progress, adapting learning approaches to meet individual needs and working closely with parents to support development.

Faith-Inspired Care: Create a warm, inclusive environment rooted in Christian values where every child feels valued and encouraged to grow.

Team Collaboration: Work alongside colleagues to share best practices and ensure a cohesive approach to early years education.

Safety & Welfare: Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health, and safety to ensure a secure learning environment.

About You
We are looking for a candidate who:

Has a genuine passion for early childhood education and supporting each child's unique development.

Embodies Christian values and is committed to promoting the school’s ethos.

Has experience working with young children in an educational setting.

Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Essential Qualifications

Degree

Qualified Teacher Status 

Desirable Qualifications

Current paediatric first aid qualification

Desirable Experience

Experience of teaching in a Church of England Primary School.

Experience of successful teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Proposed Interview Date:

10/02/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the office to make arrangements on 01524 413273.

Visits to school are highly recommended. Please contact the office to make arrangements on 01524 413273.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: head@poulton-le-sands.lancs.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.