Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teacher

Spark a Lifelong Love of Learning: EYFS Teacher Wanted!
Role: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teacher
Start Date: 1st January 2027
Contract: Fixed term until 31st December 2027 (maternity cover), Full-Time
Salary: Main Pay Scale (MPS) 1 6

Are you passionate about the magic of the Early Years? Do you believe in creating a vibrant, nurturing, and play-based environment where every child can thrive?

Gaskell Primary is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Teacher to join our wonderfully supportive team starting in January 2027. We know that the early years are the most crucial in a child’s educational journey, and we are looking for a practitioner who brings creativity, warmth, and high expectations to our youngest learners.

About the Role

As our new EYFS Teacher, you will lead a dynamic classroom where curiosity is celebrated and learning happens through exploration. You will:

• Design and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences tailored to the EYFS framework.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environment.
• Observe, assess, and track children’s progress, using insights to plan their next steps.
• Build strong, positive partnerships with parents and carers to support each child's development.

About the Role

As our new EYFS Teacher, you will lead a dynamic classroom where curiosity is celebrated and learning happens through exploration. You will:

• Design and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences tailored to the EYFS framework.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environment.
• Observe, assess, and track children’s progress, using insights to plan their next steps.
• Build strong, positive partnerships with parents and carers to support each child's development.

In return we can offer:

• Delightful children who have a desire to learn.
• A supportive, helpful and ambitious staff team.
• Supportive parents and Governors.
• A commitment to your professional development.
• A welcoming atmosphere where everyone is valued.

How to Apply: Applications for this post should be made on the Bolton Council Application form, with a supporting letter on no more than two sides of A4.

Completed application forms should be returned to Sarah Barlow, Headteacher, by the deadline below. Applications can be emailed directly to: office@gaskellprimary.co.uk .

Unfortunately, we cannot give feedback to applicants who have not been shortlisted.

Closing Date: Noon on Monday 9th November 2026
Shortlisting: Tuesday 10th November 2026
Interviews and lesson observations: Wednesday 16th November 2026