Early Years Primary Teacher

Location: Sheffield
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Early Years Teaching
Reference: EYFS Teach 23
Salary: £130 - 200 per day
Job Published: 28 days ago

Early Years Teacher – Doncaster
September Start | EYFS magic begins with you

Calling all early years superheroes—if you’ve got the passion, playfulness, and planning power to help little learners thrive, we want to hear from you.

We’re working with a lovely primary school in Doncaster looking for an experienced EYFS teacher to join them this September. If you know your way around Development Matters, love learning through play, and believe in every child’s potential—you’ll feel right at home here.

What you’ll be doing:
• Planning engaging, purposeful activities rooted in the EYFS framework
• Leading a class of up to 30 Reception-aged children (with fab support staff)
• Championing learning through play—because fun and progress can go hand in hand
• Supporting and guiding EYFS practitioners and assistants
• Keeping parents, carers, and outside professionals in the loop—communication is key

You’ll be a great fit if you:
• Know Development Matters like the back of your hand
• Have experience leading a Reception or Nursery class
• Are confident leading a team and reading the room to meet every child’s needs
• Bring creativity, empathy, and structure to everything you do
• Love messy play, mini milestones, and making Mondays joyful

Why work with Protocol Education?
✅ Weekly PAYE pay—no umbrella faff
✅ Supportive consultants who really get early years
✅ Free CPD to keep your skills sharp
✅ Your own online lounge to manage availability and bookings
✅ Long-term roles and trusted school partnerships

Ready to shape school readiness? Chat with Sophie on 0114 252 1970 or email sophie.smith@protocol-education.com

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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