EYFS TEACHER (Maternity Cover)

Hayward’s is a thriving town school which serves its local community. We are one of two primary schools in the community, and we have a distinct identity. In the last 8 years, our school has grown into the two-form entry school that it now is, its numbers rising due to the increased popularity of the setting. We have developed a reputation within our community as a school that deeply cares about the children and families it works with. We are committed to providing high standards of teaching and learning within an inclusive environment. Inclusion and well-being are at the heart of everything we do for both children and staff. Through an unwavering pastoral approach, we have raised the expectations of the children we teach, and our SATs results are on a positive up-trend; this is something that we are proud of, knowing that children leave us academically ready for Year 7, while we’ve never lost a sense of commitment to the ‘whole’ child.

The journey starts here in EYFS and many of our children come into school with a range of starting points. This makes the job in EYFS both challenging and extremely rewarding, as we develop strong relationships with families and work together to see children grow.

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher to join our hard-working EYFS team to cover the maternity absence of one of our colleagues. This post will be from April 2026 until the teacher returns from her maternity leave (likely to be April 2027) and for three days per week: Monday, Tuesday and Friday.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A CANDIDATE WHO…

● Has unwavering belief in the vision and values of Hayward’s, keeping care for children at the centre of what we do: this is modelled through our commitment and organisational skills showing that we are prepared and ready for the day; in talking kindly and respectfully to all adults and children; and in working as a team.

● Is an excellent teacher with a constant desire to improve: this is modelled through the ability to plan fun and engaging learning experiences; accurately assess pupils in order to move them on; accept feedback from leaders and colleagues in order to learn; and be prepared to give feedback to leaders and colleagues for us all to learn.

● Is highly organised, has good communication skills and the confidence to use them: this is modelled through respectful collaboration with team members; well-prepared lessons and resources; and noticing when things can be better and acting on issues in a solution focused manner.

 ● Has excellent knowledge of EYFS: this is modelled through being able to confidently plan and prepare learning for EYFS children; be pro-active in making changes where necessary to improve provision; to work collaboratively with the team and families.

 ● Qualified Teacher Status 

WE OFFER THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE…

• The opportunity to teach an enthusiastic class
• The opportunity to work with a hardworking, dedicated, warm and friendly staff team
• A commitment to your professional development and career progression
• An experienced team of EYFS colleagues who will welcome you and support you

Application form and job details are available on our school website: www.haywards.org vacancies section, or by request by emailing our school business manager at kbrett@haywards.devon.sch.uk

Applications must be completed in full and returned by 12 noon on the closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.  Our child protection policy is available at https://www.haywards.org/page/?title=Policies&pid=21

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, an online check and references.