EYFS & Year 1 Class Teacher

CSET Sports Partnership; Tortworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Tortworth is seeking a passionate and dedicated EYFS & Year 1 Class Teacher. The ideal candidate will lead a mixed-age class, providing high-quality teaching that nurtures foundational skills and fosters an inclusive environment. Applicants should possess Qualified Teacher Status, a strong grasp of the National Curriculum, and a commitment to helping every child reach their potential. The role offers diverse professional development opportunities and a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

CPD and development opportunities

Discounts with Microsoft & Dell

Discounted gym membership

Life Assurance - 3 x Death in Service

Cycle to work scheme

Dedicated counselling service

Flu Voucher

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and EYFS and KS1 framework.
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND is preferable.
• Ability to create a safe and engaging classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a mixed-age class of EYFS and Year 1 pupils.
• Provide high-quality teaching and learning experiences.
• Contribute to the wider strategic direction of the school.

Skills

Teaching adaptability

Knowledge of National Curriculum

ICT proficiency

Relationship building

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Experience with SEND pupils

Job description

* EYFS & Year 1 Class TeacherFast Apply# EYFS & Year 1 Class TeacherEmployerLocation: Wotton-under-Edge, South GloucestershireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: until 31 August 2026Salary: MPR/UPRPosted: 23rd December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 8th January 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1527614Suitable for: ECT (NQT) GraduatesStart Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Fixed term contract* Contract Length: until 31 August 2026* Suitable for: ECT (NQT) Graduates* Job ID: 1527614* Share :**Job Title:** EYFS & Year 1 Class Teacher**FTE:** Full time, 1.00fte**Contract type:** Fixed term until 31 August 2026, pending a review of staffing arrangements for 26/27**Location:** Tortworth Primary School, GL12 8HG**About the role**We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher to lead a mixed-age class of EYFS and Year 1 pupils. You will provide high-quality teaching and learning experiences that nurture curiosity, build foundational skills, and ensure every child makes progress in line with their developmental stage. Working as part of a committed team, you will foster a stimulating and inclusive environment where children feel safe, confident, and inspired to achieve their full potential. Alongside classroom teaching, you will contribute to the wider strategic direction of the school and play an active role in delivering our Trust’s ambition of providing a great education for every child.**About you**You are an enthusiastic and adaptable teacher with a strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and EYFS and KS1 framework. ICT proficient and agile in your approach, you thrive in dynamic environments and can tailor your teaching to meet the diverse needs of young learners. Personable and approachable, you build effective relationships with colleagues, parents, and pupils alike. As a positive role model, you set high standards of punctuality and behaviour, consistently implementing school policies while creating a safe, supportive, and engaging classroom. Experience of working with pupils with SEND is preferable as our school has higher than the national percentage of pupils with SEND. Above all, you are committed to helping children enjoy learning, grow in confidence, and develop as caring, responsible citizens.Tortworth Primary School is a small school with a big heart and is part of CSET, a family of schools with a shared ambition to provide ‘a great education for every child’ . The rural setting means the school is lucky to have extensive outdoor space, including a large forest school area which staff and children love using to enhance learning; a school field and access to another large field; a peace garden and an area with wooden play equipment. The school is currently split into three classes and also has a separate library and hall. Tortworth aims to develop the family feel that can be fostered in a small-school community by challenging all children to reach their potential, encouraging kindness and inclusion and recognising each child’s unique talents. Our Headteacher leads both Charfield and Tortworth Primary Schools, and while your main base will be Tortworth, on occasion you may be asked to support at Charfield. This collaborative approach allows staff to share expertise and strengthen provision across both schools.**We can offer you:*** A commitment to CPD and development of all staff, including collaborative support within the school and the Trust to allow all staff to thrive* a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a growing school.* an ethos which embraces diversity, equity and inclusion* A clear curriculum vision and focus on evidence-based practice* Commitment to inclusivity and fostering of diversity* Values, ethos and vision that are lived* An open and honest culture* Up to 30% discount with Microsoft & Dell* Discounted gym membership* Life Assurance - 3 x Death in Service* Cycle to work scheme* Dedicated counselling service* Flu VoucherIf you think this is the role for you, we would love to hear from you. In order to apply for this role please complete an application form by **Thursday 8th January 2026 at 9am**. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the process.Please know that depending on the number of applications received we may decide to close the advert early. If you do not hear from us by a week after the closing date then please assume that you have not been shortlisted for an interview. We wish you all the best in your future and ask that you join our E-Teach Talent Pool so as to keep up to date with all of our latest current opportunities.Join us in Providing a Great Education for Every ChildAs a Disability Confident Employer, CSET is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our pupils.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Tortworth VC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Tortworth VC Primary SchoolPart of### Castle School Education Trust