EYFS Class Teacher
Clitheroe, Lancashire
MPS-UPS - dependent on experience
September 2026 start
Full-time | Fixed Term

Are you a passionate EYFS Teacher looking for your next opportunity in a welcoming and supportive primary school?

Veritas Education is working in partnership with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Clitheroe, Lancashire, to recruit an enthusiastic and committed EYFS Class Teacher to join their team from September 2026.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about providing young children with the best possible start to their education.

The school has a strong community ethos and is committed to supporting pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. You'll join a dedicated staff team where teamwork, high expectations and positive relationships are at the heart of school life.

As the EYFS Class Teacher, you will create a nurturing, stimulating and language-rich learning environment where children feel confident to explore, communicate and develop their independence.

You will plan and deliver engaging learning opportunities across the Early Years Foundation Stage, supporting children to develop their early communication, literacy, numeracy, physical and social skills.

? We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience teaching within EYFS, particularly Reception
• Has a strong understanding of the EYFS Framework and Development Matters
• Is passionate about early childhood development and learning through play
• Creates engaging, purposeful and stimulating learning opportunities
• Has a good understanding of early phonics and early reading development
• Can support children with a wide range of needs and abilities, including SEND
• Sets high expectations while providing a nurturing and supportive environment
• Builds strong and positive relationships with children, parents and carers
• Creates an inclusive classroom where every child feels valued and supported
• Works effectively as part of a collaborative and supportive staff team
• Is enthusiastic, creative, organised and committed to achieving the best outcomes for children

What the School Offers:

• A welcoming and supportive school environment
• Friendly and enthusiastic children
• Supportive and approachable leadership
• A collaborative and hardworking staff team
• A strong focus on early years development and pupil progress
• A nurturing approach to learning and behaviour
• Opportunities for professional development
• A positive culture where staff wellbeing and teamwork are valued
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's early education

Applications are welcomed from experienced EYFS teachers and confident ECTs with relevant Early Years experience.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, QTS verification, right-to-work and identity checks, online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, references, employment history, prohibition from teaching checks and other relevant safer recruitment checks.

Any gaps in employment history will be discussed at interview.

Apply Today!

If you're a passionate EYFS Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive Clitheroe primary school where you can inspire, nurture and give children the best possible start to their education, we'd love to hear from you.

Looking for your next teaching opportunity? Apply now!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'