Early Years Teacher

Are you an enthusiastic and passionate Early Years teacher who wants to make a difference in children\'s lives? Do you have the skills and experience to deliver high-quality teaching and learning in Nursery and Reception? If so, we would love to hear from you!
Hays Education are recruiting for a Primary Academy in Wakefield Authority. This Academy is a friendly and welcoming school that is part of a successful Multi-Academy Trust, located on the outskirts of Castleford, not far from Junction 32. The school has about 350 pupils aged between 3 and 11, who are eager to learn and achieve their full potential. This school prides itself on providing an exciting and enriching curriculum that centres on building good British citizens, who understand the importance of values and morals.
This role is offered on a temporary basis and is a full-time opportunity running from after the February half-term until Easter, but has good prospects to extend beyond this time.
We are looking for an Early Years teacher who can:

• Motivate and stimulate children\'s learning abilities, often encouraging learning through experience
• Provide pastoral care and support to children within a secure learning environment
• Aid the development of children\'s personal, social, language and physical coordination abilities
• Develop and produce visual aids and teaching resources
• Encourage mathematical and creative development through stories, songs, games, drawing and imaginative play
• Help children develop curiosity and knowledge
• Work with others, including teaching assistants and nursery nurses, to plan and coordinate work both indoors and outdoors
• Share knowledge gained with other practitioners and build and maintain relationships with parents
• Observe, assess and record each child\'s progress
• Ensure the health and safety of children and staff is maintained during all activities, both inside and outside the setting
• Attend staff meetings and staff training days
• Keep up to date with changes in the curriculum and developments in best practice

The successful candidate will have:

• A relevant teaching qualification (QTS)
• Experience of teaching in Early Years
• A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and the statutory requirements
• A creative and innovative approach to teaching and learning
• High expectations of children\'s achievement and behaviour
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to continuous professional development
• A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school and the Trust

At Hays Education, we offer a comprehensive and bespoke approach to recruitment and are highly experienced at placing Primary Education Staff into temporary and permanent roles. We offer you guidance and support in finding your next role as you will have a dedicated Primary Consultant who works with numerous schools across the Wakefield and Kirklees area. Not only will you receive all the support you need from a DfE accredited recruitment expert, while working for Hays you'll also enjoy a range of employee benefits, including:

• An excellent opportunity to enhance your experience and career
• Working as a Hays supply teacher is a great lifestyle decision that gives you access to work in the widest range of primary schools in the area
• A competitive daily rate of pay
• £250 reward every time you recommend a colleague*
• Access to free Professional Development Training

If you\'re interested in this role, click \'apply now\' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn\'t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. If you know someone who has the skillset for this job, we offer up to £250 in vouchers for successful referrals, contact me to learn more.

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