EYFS Class Teacher
| Posting date: | 23 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3RT |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1dc9f356-e9e7-4480-aeb1-21fd4b672490 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a teacher to join our Acorn Class while our permanent teacher is on maternity leave.
Acorn is our Early Years class, encompassing both Nursery and Reception children. Nursery places are available for children from the age of three. The Acorn class is supported by two wonderful teaching assistants who help nurture and shape the lives of all the children in the setting.
Phonics learning starts gently in Nursery, with plenty of work on speech and language, and provides a sound basis for learning to read. A seamless transition into Reception year is really helpful as children move into formal reading instruction. The mix of age groups is fantastic for providing support and challenge for our pupils, and for building good friendships.
Our unique location lets us offer highly individualised provision, and all benefit hugely from our Forest Schools work using the beautiful Mulgrave Woods. Our school minibus means that we can regularly venture further afield to coast, moorland and town facilities.
Key Skills
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience of teaching within the EYFS (Reception and/or Nursery).
• Secure knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework and early childhood development.
• Experience with Read, Write Inc is not essential but may be preferred
What the school offers its staff
• A welcoming, close-knit school community with a family feel
• Beautiful surroundings on the stunning North Yorkshire coast
• Children who are enthusiastic, curious, and full of potential
• A supportive staff team who work together and care for each other
• Opportunities for training and professional development
Further details about the role
After School Visit Slots(Visits are by appointment only, please note other candidates may be present)
• Monday 2nd March
• Tuesday 3rd March
• Wednesday 4th March
• Wednesday 11th March
• Friday 13th March
An email will be sent to shortlisted candidates with details of the interview process / shortlisting outcome.
We do not accept CV’s
Please contact us if you need to apply in a different format.
When applying please take into account the following:
Employment History
In line with KCSIE requirements, please complete your full employment history to ensure any gaps in your education and career history are accounted for.
Suitable References
When completing your application, please provide two employment referees. Generally, this should be your current and most recent Headteacheror line manager. Please note if your former Headteacher or line manager has since left, please use an alternative current senior staff member as they need to be in post at your former location to be able to confirm your details in full.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept personal references or personal email addresses.
Please get in touch for any queries if you are unsure.
Supporting Information
The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the job description & person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies and process applications on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We are looking for a teacher to join our Acorn Class while our permanent teacher is on maternity leave.
Acorn is our Early Years class, encompassing both Nursery and Reception children. Nursery places are available for children from the age of three. The Acorn class is supported by two wonderful teaching assistants who help nurture and shape the lives of all the children in the setting.
Phonics learning starts gently in Nursery, with plenty of work on speech and language, and provides a sound basis for learning to read. A seamless transition into Reception year is really helpful as children move into formal reading instruction. The mix of age groups is fantastic for providing support and challenge for our pupils, and for building good friendships.
Our unique location lets us offer highly individualised provision, and all benefit hugely from our Forest Schools work using the beautiful Mulgrave Woods. Our school minibus means that we can regularly venture further afield to coast, moorland and town facilities.
Key Skills
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience of teaching within the EYFS (Reception and/or Nursery).
• Secure knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework and early childhood development.
• Experience with Read, Write Inc is not essential but may be preferred
What the school offers its staff
• A welcoming, close-knit school community with a family feel
• Beautiful surroundings on the stunning North Yorkshire coast
• Children who are enthusiastic, curious, and full of potential
• A supportive staff team who work together and care for each other
• Opportunities for training and professional development
Further details about the role
After School Visit Slots(Visits are by appointment only, please note other candidates may be present)
• Monday 2nd March
• Tuesday 3rd March
• Wednesday 4th March
• Wednesday 11th March
• Friday 13th March
An email will be sent to shortlisted candidates with details of the interview process / shortlisting outcome.
We do not accept CV’s
Please contact us if you need to apply in a different format.
When applying please take into account the following:
Employment History
In line with KCSIE requirements, please complete your full employment history to ensure any gaps in your education and career history are accounted for.
Suitable References
When completing your application, please provide two employment referees. Generally, this should be your current and most recent Headteacheror line manager. Please note if your former Headteacher or line manager has since left, please use an alternative current senior staff member as they need to be in post at your former location to be able to confirm your details in full.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept personal references or personal email addresses.
Please get in touch for any queries if you are unsure.
Supporting Information
The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the job description & person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies and process applications on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.