eyfs class teacher

St. Catherine’s is a leading independent British international school that teaches 1400 pupils from 3 to 18 years of age. The school is a member of HMC, COBIS, and is an IBO world school. It teaches the EYFS curriculum and the National Curriculum for England and Wales, as well as IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school is a dynamic and exciting community with innovative teaching and learning practice at its core, with a strong co-curricular programme.

Application Process

To apply, please submit your application through:

• The TES online service: TES Jobs
• Email: [email protected] (using the official school application form)

Please note: CV submissions alone will not be considered.

Eligibility Requirements

Greek Applicants

• A relevant degree is required.
• Must be registered in the official registry for private school teachers (Epetirida) or eligible for registration. International teaching qualifications do not confer Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) for Greek candidates.

International Applicants

• Must hold both a degree and a recognized teaching qualification from their country of citizenship.
• UK candidates must have QTS and a Department for Education Teacher Reference Number.
• The following are not recognized in Greece: iPGCE, TESOL, DELTA, or similar language teaching qualifications

St Catherine’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office. Please include the names and contact details of three referees. Please note that any personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only and for unsuccessful candidates’ personal data will be destroyed on completion of the process.

St Catherine’s is a Registered Charity No. 313909.

The closing date for applications is Monday, 24th March 2025

Position Overview:

The successful candidate will work as part of a team with other childcare professionals (teachers, EYPs, subject leads, heads of school). They will also be adaptable, motivated by challenge, and an excellent classroom practitioner.

The person appointed will possess excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, in order to foster caring, nurturing and positive relationships with pupils and their families.

The successful candidate must hold a UK (or equivalent) teaching qualification and be fluent in written and spoken English. A competitive remuneration package will be available for the successful candidate.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop continuous provision plans for child-led learning around children’s interests with a balance of adult-led objectives
• Encourage learning through experience and inspire children to develop curiosity and knowledge.
• Provide pastoral care and support to children within a secure learning environment.
• Aid the development of a child's personal, social, language and physical coordination abilities.
• Work well with others, such as other teachers and/ or early years practitioners, to plan and coordinate work both indoors and outdoors.
• Share knowledge gained with other practitioners and build and maintain relationships with parents.
• Observe, assess, and record each child's progress.
• Ensure the health and safety of children and staff is maintained during all activities, both inside and outside the setting.
• Attend staff meetings and staff training days.
• Keep up to date with changes in the curriculum and developments in best practice.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and provide a safe learning environment.