EYFS Teacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic Early Years teacher to join our dedicated team. In our Early Years setting, children are supported to get the very best start to their education. We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for working with younger pupils
• Has a strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum
• Can adapt provision to meet the varying needs of all children
• Works well as part of a team, especially alongside support staff
• Has high expectations and aspirations for all pupils
• Understands the importance of routines, boundaries and strong relationships
• Builds positive and trusting relationships with parents and carers
• Has QTS

What the school offers its staff

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is highly sought after by families. We are proud of our glowing Ofsted report and, most importantly, our incredible pupils. We are a warm, welcoming and inclusive school, ambitious for every child to become the very best version of themselves. What others say about our school: “Inclusion across the school feels truly exceptional and authentic” (Advisor Visit, 2025); “The school’s very high expectations of behaviour are shown through pupils’ positive actions in lessons and around the school” (Ofsted); “An ambitious, intelligently designed curriculum is securely in place” (Ofsted); “Pupils love being part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]” (Ofsted); “Staff are positive that leaders do all they can to help them balance work, training and family life” (Ofsted). Staff wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. Because of the short notice period, we are able to offer flexibility in this role. We welcome applications from candidates with a range of experience, and we are happy to shape the role around your strengths, capacity and ambitions.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. Visas cannot be sponsored. For the right candidate, there may be opportunities for leadership responsibility. This could include leading Early Years, joining the leadership team, or taking on additional responsibilities such as leading Pupil Premium.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Offers of employment may be subject to checks including DBS, medical, online and social media, prohibition from teaching, right to work, and satisfactory references.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form. CVs will not be accepted. Apply via the Teaching Vacancies portal. Additional documents: Teacher Job Description KS1.doc, HCPS Application Form - Staff.docx, Teacher Person Specification.doc.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

School type: Academies, ages 4 to 11; Education phase: Primary school; School size: 447 pupils enrolled; Age range: 4 to 11; Ofsted report: View Ofsted report; School website: highwoodsprimary.com; Email address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]; Phone number: [contact hidden]; See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/highwoods-community-primary-school-colchester; To arrange a visit email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].