EYFS teacher

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  • Job Reference: 4460
  • Job type: Teacher
  • Contract: Fixed term
  • Work pattern: Part-time
  • Salary: MPR
  • Date posted: Thursday 8 October 2026
  • Closing date for applications: Friday 23 October 2026
  • Employer: Cumberland Council


Start date or close to the beginning of the spring term January 2027 until 31st August 2028

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, passionate and dedicated EYFS teacher to join our friendly and supportive team initially for an 18-month fixed term contract, due to fluctuating pupil numbers. 

Hours 0.7 pro rata

We warmly welcome applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) as well as experienced teachers.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ECT to develop their career within a supportive school environment and gain valuable experience across both EYFS and KS1.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to spend some teaching time in KS11 alongside their EYFS responsibilities. This provides an exciting opportunity to broaden your experience, develop your understanding of progression from EYFS into KS1 and build confidence across the Early Years of Primary education.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about giving young children the very best start to their education and who understands the importance of creating a nurturing, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.

We are looking for someone who:
•    Has a strong interest in Early Years education
•    Is passionate about providing high-quality learning experiences for young children
•    Creates a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
•    Has high expectations for all children and supports them to achieve their potential
•    Understands the importance of play, continuous provision and high-quality adult interactions.

What we offer:
•    A welcoming and supportive team
•    A nurturing environment in which to develop your teaching career
•    Strong support for Early Career Teachers, including mentoring and professional development
•    Valuable teaching experience across EYFS and KS1
•    A positive environment focused on achieving the best outcomes for children
•    The opportunity to make a real difference to the learning and development of our youngest pupils

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.

Closing date: 23rd  October 2026
Interview date: Week beginning 9th November 2026 

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office on:
[email protected]

 

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Address

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Plumbland CofE School
Parsonby
Aspatria
Wigton
CA7 2DQ