Job Introduction
Wygate Park Academy
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an EYFS Class Teacher to join our happy and ambitious team on a maternity cover contract.
We are a heavily over subscribed school, serving the heart of the South Holland Community with highly motivated staff and children.
We have a passion for reading at the heart of our curriculum, and with our superb outdoor EYFS learning environment and our recently opened and popular Nursery - there is not a better time to come and join the Wygate Park family.
In return we offer:
Opportunities to grow and develop with a supportive team around you
Being part of a MAT with a wealth of training and professional development opportunities
Fantastic, kind, energetic, compassionate children
A culture of trust, support, ambition & encouragement
This is a full time, maternity cover post with a preferred start date of September 1st 2026.
We are seeking a warm and nurturing EYFS Class Teacher to join our early years team. The successful candidate will foster a stimulating learning environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. You will plan and deliver engaging, child‑centred lessons in line with the EYFS Framework, ensuring high-quality provision that supports every child’s development across all areas of learning.
Benefits:
Generous pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme, including access to counselling, 24/7 GP service and wellbeing services
2 Wellbeing Days per academic year
Employee Benefits Platform including hundreds of discounts on many highstreet retailers
Cycle to Work Scheme
Our 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. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, barred list check, references and medical checks. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Closing date:26/06/2026
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
