EYFS Teacher

EYFS Teacher

Location: Croydon, London

Salary: £39,196 - £58,120 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Contract: Temporary; full-time availability preferred, working pattern to be agreed

Start date: 05/10/2026

Hours: Term time - 8:30 - 3:30 - school day

From a child’s first story to their growing confidence with numbers, Early Years teaching is full of meaningful milestones. Transparency Education is recruiting for two EYFS Teacher opportunities in Croydon.

We are looking for teachers who can combine purposeful play with carefully planned adult-led learning. You will help children develop language, curiosity and independence while responding to their individual starting points.

Responsibilities

• Plan learning across the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum

• Create purposeful activities for child-initiated and adult-led learning

• Teach early phonics, communication and number skills

• Observe learning and use assessment to plan appropriate next steps

• Adapt provision for children with SEND and additional language needs

• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and Early Years colleagues

Requirements

• UK QTS and experience teaching within EYFS

• Knowledge of child development and the EYFS framework

• A nurturing approach with clear expectations and routines

• Confidence planning inclusive learning through play and direct teaching

• An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to complete one.

What the role offers

• The chance to shape children’s early experiences of school

• A creative teaching role grounded in child development

• Opportunities to work closely with families and support staff

Apply with your CV to discuss the EYFS Teacher opportunities available in Croydon.

Why work via Transparency Education?

Transparency Education are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact us directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Transparency Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance