EYFS Teacher

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a specialist educational setting where relationships, wellbeing, and personalised learning are at the heart of everything we do. As an EYFS Teacher, you will play a vital role in creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment that supports children to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

At Willow View, we recognise that every child is unique. We are looking for someone who is passionate about early years education, committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning, and able to provide creative and inspiring experiences that promote curiosity, confidence, and achievement.

As an EYFS Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum
• Create a stimulating, safe, and inclusive learning environment
• Support children to achieve their individual educational, social, and emotional goals
• Develop effective relationships with pupils, families, and professionals
• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress to inform future learning
• Contribute to individual learning plans and educational reviews
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing through a nurturing approach

You will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young learners by helping them build the foundations for future success.

Willow View is committed to providing high-quality education and support for children with a range of individual needs. Our approach is centred on understanding the whole child, building positive relationships, and creating learning opportunities that enable every pupil to reach their full potential.

We pride ourselves on offering a supportive and collaborative environment where staff are encouraged to develop professionally and contribute to the ongoing success of our school community.

We believe in investing in our staff and supporting career progression through:

• High-quality training and development opportunities
• Regular supervision and professional support
• Access to specialist educational training
• Opportunities to contribute to school development initiatives
• Career progression pathways within Five Rivers

Full Time

Monday to Friday

8:30am – 4:30pm

Starting salary from £30,198 per annum (negotiable depending on qualifications and experience).

Five Rivers is a leading social enterprise committed to transforming the lives of children and young people.

As part of our team, you will benefit from:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Gold Investors in People accreditation
• Simplyhealth Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition awards
• Supportive leadership and management team
• Opportunities for career progression across the organisation

Most importantly, you will join a team that is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching within EYFS
• A strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to build positive and supportive relationships with children and families
• A creative and flexible approach to teaching and learning
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Experience working with children who have additional needs or who require specialist support would be advantageous.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo appropriate safeguarding checks, including satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, or age.