EYFS Class Teacher

EYFS Class Teacher (0.6 FTE)

Required from 2nd November 2026

Are you passionate about giving children the very best start to their education?

Do you believe in nurturing curiosity, confidence and a love of learning from the very beginning?  Would you like the opportunity to shape and support exciting Early Years development work alongside a supportive and ambitious school team?

If so, we would love to hear from you.

At Ireleth St Peter’s CE Primary School, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and highly motivated EYFS teacher to join our wonderful school family. This unique opportunity also includes the possibility of becoming our Orcina Early Years Lead, helping to drive forward innovative Early Years development work through our partnership projects.

This role is fixed term (initially to 31st March 2027) due to an ongoing staffing restructure and will involve teaching within our warm and welcoming Nursery and Reception provision for 3 days per week (0.6 FTE).

Why choose ISP?

Ireleth St Peter's is a thriving, nurturing and ambitious Church of England primary school at the heart of its community. We are incredibly proud of our caring ethos, strong relationships and happy, motivated children who embody our school values every day. As part of the Furness Primary Federation, staff benefit from working collaboratively across a family of schools, sharing expertise and accessing high-quality professional development opportunities.
We are also proud to work in partnership with Orcina Ltd, whose generous support enables us to deliver innovative, funded projects that enrich learning, improve academic outcomes, and create exciting opportunities for pupils, staff and families. Combined with our commitment to staff wellbeing, leadership development and career progression, ISP offers a truly rewarding and supportive environment in which to teach and grow professionally.

Our school offers:
•    A welcoming and supportive school family who genuinely care for one another
•    Happy, enthusiastic children who love learning
•    Strong partnerships with parents, governors, church and the wider community
•    A commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development
•    Exciting curriculum development opportunities
•    Beautiful outdoor surroundings and opportunities for outdoor learning
•    A forward-thinking leadership team with high aspirations for all pupils
•    A strong collaborative partnership with the Furness Primary Federation and Orcina Ltd
•    The chance to make a real difference in a small school where every child matters

The successful candidate will:
•    Teach within our Nursery and Reception provision for 3 days each week
•    Create a stimulating, nurturing and language-rich Early Years environment
•    Champion high-quality provision and outcomes for all children
•    Support the continued development of our EYFS curriculum and provision
•    Support in the development of Orcina Early Years projects and initiatives across school
•    Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external partners
•    Foster strong relationships built on care, respect and high expectations

We are looking for someone who:
•    Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for Early Years education
•    Has strong knowledge of child development and the EYFS framework
•    Understands the importance of play, language and early communication
•    Has high expectations for all children
•    Is passionate about inclusion and ensuring every child, including those with SEND and additional needs, is supported, challenged and empowered to flourish both academically and personally.
•    Is creative, enthusiastic and reflective
•    Works well as part of a team
•    Will fully support the Christian ethos and values of our school

Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers are warmly encouraged to apply.
Visits to school are warmly encouraged and strongly recommended.
For an application pack, or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office via admin@irelethst-peters.cumbria.sch.uk or 01229 462753

Deadline: Wednesday 7th October 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 14th October 2026

Ireleth St Peter’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.