Early Years Teacher (M1 only)

Job description

Position: Early Careers Teacher (M1 only)

Salary: M1, £40,317 per annum 

Hours of work: Full Time (32.5) considered – Term Time Only

Contract Term: Permanent

Closing Date: 4th February 2026 12:00pm

Interviews: Wednesday 11th February 2026

Start date :  September 2026

We are seeking one inspiring qualified ECT class teacher to join our dedicated and happy team. The ideal candidate should possess a passion for child-centred learning, have experience in both EYFS and KS1 and be committed to creating an engaging learning atmosphere that fosters growth and development.

We can offer:

• A welcoming and warm school community with cheerful and engaged children.
• Ambitious and committed leadership team.
• A focus on well-being and reasonable workload.
• On-going commitment to high-quality professional development.
• A supportive and friendly team environment.
• Opportunities for innovation, autonomy, excellence, and growth.
• An all-inclusive ECT package with dedicated and experienced mentors.
• Access to the Haringey benefit package including the Cycle to work and Tech scheme.
• Access to the school’s private comprehensive health and wellbeing support package.

The successful candidate will have:

• Demonstrated experience of delivering outstanding classroom practice with a strong understanding of relevant subjects and EYFS curriculum.
• Innovative and dynamic practice with a commitment to maintaining high standards of teaching and learning.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team, making valuable contributions to the school.
• Dedication towards continual professional development and reflective practice to provide the best possible education to our children.
• Passion for inclusivity, developing good relationships and ensuring all children feel valued, make progress, and achieve their potential.
• Be positive, approachable, a team-player and a great sense of humour.

If you are dynamic and creative, and truly passionate about teaching and education, then we would really welcome your application.

Please do visit the school website for a virtual tour and for further information. If you would like to visit Tetherdown School in person prior to applying, then contact recruitment@tetherdownschool.org to book your place.

In line with our safeguarding practices, we are unable to accept CV’s.

This post will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. Tetherdown Primary School is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of  its children. Full details of our safeguarding and GDPR Policies are available on the school website.

As a school, we embrace diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential selection criteria.