Join a warm, community-minded Outstanding primary in Sutton as an EYFS Teacher, working on a Part-Time basis from January 2026. This Part-Time EYFS Teacher role suits a reflective, playful practitioner who wants to shape children's first steps in school and be part of a deeply supportive staff team.
Why this Part-Time EYFS Teacher post matters
From January 2026, the Part-Time EYFS Teacher will be central to establishing routines, developing language and social skills and nurturing curiosity. The Part-Time EYFS Teacher will plan rich, play-based provision that meets Early Years goals while benefitting from the school's outstanding practice. The Part-Time timetable is designed to give the EYFS Teacher focused teaching time and meaningful planning time — the Part-Time structure supports a healthy work-life balance for this vital role.
What you will do as EYFS Teacher
• Plan and deliver high-quality EYFS learning experiences; the EYFS Teacher will use observational assessment to personalise learning.
• As EYFS Teacher, forge strong partnerships with families and lead smooth transitions from nursery to school.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and the Early Years team to design indoor and outdoor provision.
• Help coordinate early years events, phonics workshops and parent meetings from January 2026.
Essential skills & experience
• QTS or EYFS-appropriate qualification and recent EYFS experience as an EYFS Teacher.
• The EYFS Teacher we seek will be patient, creative and skilled in early communication and physical development support.
• A commitment to the ethos of an Outstanding school and readiness to begin in January 2026.
This is a Part-Time EYFS Teacher role starting in January 2026; the Part-Time contract will be agreed at interview. The Part-Time EYFS Teacher will receive induction and ongoing mentoring throughout January 2026 and beyond.
Application Process
To be considered for this EYFS Teacher position, please forward an up-to-date version of your CV