Pre-School Teacher in Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pre-School Teacher

Complete Classroom Services is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced Pre-School Teacher to join a welcoming primary school setting in Bedford on a part time basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Early Years practitioner to take on full class teacher responsibilities, teaching children aged 3–4 years, as part of a maternity cover position starting in January.

Position Details

• Location: Bedford
• Role: Pre-School Teacher
• Start Date: January
• Contract: Maternity Cover
• Hours: Part Time
• Age Group: 3–4 years
• Salary: Paid to teacher pay scale, depending on experience

About the School

The school is a thriving primary school with a well-established Pre-School provision, catering for young children as part of its wider school community.

The school prides itself on being a friendly, inclusive and ambitious environment where children are at the heart of everything. There is a strong focus on nurturing children's curiosity, independence and confidence through engaging, creative and purposeful learning experiences.

With a dedicated and supportive staff team, the school promotes high expectations, positive relationships and an inclusive approach to learning. It offers a welcoming environment where both children and staff are encouraged to develop and achieve their full potential.

The Role

This is a full class teacher position, and the successful candidate will take full responsibility for the Pre-School class of children aged 3–4 years.

Responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework.
• Taking full responsibility for the teaching, learning and progress of the class.
• Monitoring, assessing and recording children's development.
• Creating a stimulating, safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Building strong relationships with parents, carers and colleagues.
• Leading and working alongside support staff within the setting.
• Ensuring safeguarding and welfare requirements are consistently met.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Previous experience teaching within an Early Years or Pre-School setting.
• A strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Confident taking full class teacher responsibilities.
• Passionate about early childhood development and learning through play.
• Creative, enthusiastic and nurturing.
• Able to work effectively as part of a supportive team.

Interviews

The school is looking to interview suitable candidates this week and next week, with a view to securing the right person for a January start.

Interested in applying?

If you are an enthusiastic Early Years Teacher looking for a part-time opportunity with a January start, we would love to hear from you.

Contact Complete Classroom Services today to find out more or to arrange an interview.