Foundation Stage 1 Teacher (F1)
Location: Derby
Pay Rate: £150 – £230 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
“Nurture Early Curiosity, Encourage Exploration, and Build Strong Foundations!”
GSL Education are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Foundation Stage 1 Teacher to join a welcoming and nurturing early years setting in Derby. This is a wonderful opportunity for a passionate practitioner who can inspire young children, support their early development, and create engaging learning experiences that spark curiosity from the very start.
In this role of F1 Teacher, you will:
* Plan and deliver creative, play-based learning activities suited to early years learners.
* Foster a warm, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
* Observe children’s development and provide clear, constructive feedback to parents and carers.
* Support pupils’ social, emotional, and cognitive development during this crucial stage.
* Work closely with early years practitioners and colleagues to share good practice.
* Contribute positively to the wider school and maintain high standards of early years provision.
What You’ll Bring as an F1 Teacher:
* UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a recognised Early Years teaching qualification.
* Experience working within an early years or foundation stage setting.
* Excellent communication, nurturing, and behaviour management skills.
* Creativity, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting early childhood development.
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
Apply now to join as an F1 Teacher and help young learners take their first joyful steps in education!