EYFS Class Teacher

At Marden Lodge Primary School we are seeking a passionate and dedicated EYFS Teacher to join our vibrant and nurturing early years team. We are looking for someone who is committed to delivering highquality teaching creating inspiring learning experiences and ensuring every child makes excellent progress from the very start of their education. If you are driven to support childrens development promote their wellbeing and contribute positively to wholeschool improvement we would love to hear from you!

Your opportunity

As an EYFS Teacher at Marden Lodge Primary School you will play a vital role in giving children the strongest possible start to their learning journey. You will be responsible for delivering highquality teaching and creating engaging purposeful learning experiences that enable every child to make excellent progress across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

In this role you will plan and teach wellstructured lessons set clear learning targets and regularly assess and monitor childrens progress to ensure they are continuously supported and challenged. You will work closely with classroom support staff use ICT effectively to enhance learning and assessment and maintain accurate records of childrens development and attainment.

Beyond classroom teaching you will nurture childrens personal social and emotional development promote their wellbeing and maintain a safe and positive learning environment. Strong communication with parents and carers is essential as is contributing to wider school initiatives staff development and Early Years improvement priorities.

This is a collaborative role within a supportive school team offering opportunities for ongoing training professional growth and involvement in wholeschool development.

What were looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status with a proven track record as a good or outstanding EYFS teacher.
• Strong ability to use assessment and data to inform planning track progress and drive highquality outcomes.
• Experience supporting improvements in teaching and learning with evidence of contributing to colleagues professional development.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children families and colleagues.
• A motivated resilient practitioner who embodies the values of Marden Lodge and GLF Schools with high expectations for all children.

Please read the full job description and personspecification for more information.

About Marden Lodge Primary School

Our School sits within an established clusterof Primary schools overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Marden Lodge our clusterincludes the following other schools; Chestnut Park Primary School WhyteleafePrimary School Warlingham Village Primary School and Hillcroft PrimarySchool.

This is an exciting opportunity to workcollaboratively with colleagues across this cluster to share expertise andexperience ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent educationand reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for careerprogression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further yourprofessional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regularprogression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you togrow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A Multi Academy Trust with over 2500 colleagues and over 19000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect Inclusivity Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offerwhich allows all our colleagues to Grow Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: 13th April 2026

Pay Scale: GLF Main Pay Range

Contract type: Permanent

Closing Date: 8th February 2026

Interview date: TBA