Early Years Teacher

Early Years Teacher

Fixed term - Full time

Required from 23rd February 2026. This is a fixed term full time position due to staff reorganisation, initially until August 2026.  

An exciting opportunity has arisen and the Governors of Gosforth C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-motivated Early Years teacher to join our hard working and dedicated team. This position will be based in our pre-school class.  

The successful candidate will: 
• Experience in teaching in Early Years.
• Believe in an inclusive approach to education so that all learners are set high expectations and are challenged to achieve their best.  
• Be a passionate and caring teacher. 
• Have the skills to positively promote the progress, aspirations and well-being of every child. 
• Ensure that children are safe and secure in their school environment with an emphasis on their safeguarding needs. 
• Be an excellent communicator committed to being part of an effective team within the whole school community. 
• Be committed to their own professional development. 

In return we offer: 
• Positive pupils who are polite, enthusiastic and engaged with learning. 
• A school that ensures safeguarding for all is a priority. 
• A welcoming and happy place to work, where staff wellbeing is considered at all times. 
• A high level of support from experienced staff and an active governing board. 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to make an appointment. 

For an application pack please visit www.gosforth.cumbria.sch.uk  or email [email protected] .  

Gosforth C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils, it engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure for Regulated Activity and will require the completion of a criminal history/suitability self-disclosure form prior to interview. Satisfactory references, pre-employment ID and medical checks will also be required before any offer is finalised. In addition, if appointed, a completed Childcare Disqualification declaration will also be required. 

Closing date for applications: Friday 5th December 2025 at 12 noon.
Shortlisting will be held: Friday 5th December 2025.
Interview will be held: Wednesday 10th December 2025.