Job Description

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EYFS - Nursery Class Teacher Vacancy

Join Our Dedicated and Supportive Team at St Andrew's CE Primary School!



Are you an experienced EYFS teacher with a passion for giving young children the very best start in their learning journey? Would you like to work in a nurturing and inclusive school that invests in the growth of its children, staff, and wider community? If so, we would love to hear from you!

About Us

"St Andrew's Primary School provides a Good quality of education and serves its local community exceptionally well. Parents say their children feel safe and valued in this happy and nurturing school." - Ofsted 2022

"Staff feel proud to work at the school and believe it is going from 'strength to strength.' They appreciate that leaders are committed to growing their skills, including opportunities for further qualifications." - SIAMs 2022



At St Andrew's, we are more than just a school--we are a welcoming and supportive community, often referred to as 'Team St Andrew's.' With 210 wonderful children in the school, a committed staff, and a strong Church of England ethos, we strive to provide excellence in teaching, learning, and whole-child development. Our children are curious, enthusiastic, and eager to learn, and we work in close partnership with our families to support every child.



This is an exciting time to join us as we are launching a brand-new nursery provision in September 2025! You will be part of shaping this new phase of our school's journey, helping to lay the foundations for high-quality early education and creating a vibrant, nurturing environment from the very beginning. Our nursery will initially offer 20 part-time of full-time session that will reflect the school hours.



Our Early Years team is dedicated, creative, and committed to nurturing each child's development through purposeful play, exploration and meaningful learning experiences. We have excellent provision for children with SEND and are proud of our inclusive ethos and well-established support systems.

What We Offer

At St Andrew's, we are proud to support and invest in our staff. In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:



? A warm, nurturing, and collaborative EYFS and school team

? The opportunity to be part of an exciting new nursery launch

? Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression

? An inclusive school community with strong support for SEND and EAL learners

? A caring leadership team who prioritise wellbeing and work-life balance

? Enthusiastic children who love to learn and explore

? A well-resourced and thoughtfully designed Early Years environment

? A 'Fringe' salary supplement

? Access to wellbeing initiatives

Job Details

The Role

Position: EYFS - Nursery Class Teacher

Location: St Andrew's CE Primary School, Weald Drive, Crawley, RH10 6NU

(Conveniently located approx. 30 minutes from the A27/A23 junction near Brighton)

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Main Pay Scale (plus Fringe) - Experienced teachers strongly encouraged to apply

Join Us!

We warmly invite you to visit our school to see our vibrant Year R Early Years setting in action, and the development of our nursery setting. Please call 01293 529006 to arrange a visit with Mrs Wise.



Application Process

When applying, please ensure your supporting statement addresses the person specification.



Closing Date: 12 noon, Thursday 15th May 2025

Interview Date: Wednesday 22nd May 2025



Applications can be submitted via email to sbm@stap.school or posted to the school office.



We look forward to welcoming a passionate and experienced EYFS teacher to our team--could that be you?

What You Need to Succeed

What We're Looking For

We are seeking an experienced, committed, and nurturing EYFS practitioner who is passionate about early childhood education and child development. The ideal candidate will be:



? Skilled in delivering an inspiring and engaging EYFS curriculum

? Knowledgeable about child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage framework

? Experienced in working with nursery-aged children between the ages of 2 and 4

? Committed to fostering independence, curiosity, and a love of learning in young children

? Excited to be part of a new nursery provision and help shape its future

? Able to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team

? Reflective and open to ongoing professional development

? Supportive of our Christian ethos and inclusive values

? Experienced in working with children with a range of needs, including SEND

Further Information

St. Andrew's CE Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below. Complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please return this to sbm@stap.school



Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01293 529006

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The reference number for this role is SCHO00081.



Job Reference: SCHO00081