Palfrey Infant School Nursery Teacher / PPA Teacher Main Scale Teacher (MPS-UPS) Required for September 2025 Do you have substantial successful teaching experience in the Early Years & KS1? Have you got drive, ambition and vision for the Early Education? An exciting, rewarding and rare opportunity has arisen for a due role to join our forward-thinking school as we undertake exciting changes. The successful candidate will work as the Nursery Lead teacher each morning and then support PPA across the school each afternoon. They will demonstrate a proven track record of success in outcomes for children in early years and a passion to make the learning experience for each and every one of our children the very BEST it can be. We are a three-form entry Infant School with a vibrant 39 place morning nursery; our children love coming to school to learn. The successful candidate will be working with very supportive SLT and a collaborative EYFS team of teachers and teaching assistants. We are looking for: Effective, good and outstanding classroom practice from Nursery – Year 2 A passion for learning and the curriculum Someone who is looking to develop their leadership and management experience alongside their pedagogical skills and knowledge A team player, who works well with others and has the capacity to build and maintain strong professional relationships A creative thinker who is solution-focused High expectations of self and others Excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour A clear understanding of standards and accountability An intimate knowledge of the new EYFS framework A flexible, adaptable nature to develop to the needs of the school We can offer: A positive, non-discriminatory ethos Positive and engaged pupils who are happy and eager to learn A resource rich provision A strong ethos of professional learning An enthusiastic and professional team where everyone leads and is committed to further developing outstanding practice Staff who provide outstanding levels of care, guidance and support to the pupils and each other A supportive and actively involved Governing Body The opportunity to make a difference The successful candidate will join our enthusiastic and dedicated team and support the aims, commitment and ethos of Palfrey Infant School. We believe that it is our responsibility to ensure pupils have the very BEST opportunities to fulfil their potential and develop a strong self-belief. Our commitment to CPD will ensure you are supported in developing and enhancing your professional skills to secure outstanding practice. Please complete the application form and return with a letter in support of your application (maximum of 2 sides A4). Please state your curriculum strengths and interests and expand on your leadership and management skills on the application form and accompanying letter. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, visiting professionals and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a clear enhanced criminal record check via a DBS. Last date for receipt of completed application: Friday 4th April 2025 (12 noon) Completed Applications to: HRpalfreyinfant.co.uk Informal Visits are welcomed, please contact the school (01922 720713) for dates/times. Shortlisting will take place on Thursday 10th April 2025 Interviews will take place on Thursday 1st May 2025 For an application pack, please visit our School Website https://tinyurl.com/PISVacancies