Job Description

EYFS Teacher | Waltham Forest | September 2026

Are you an EYFS Teacher looking to begin or develop your career in Waltham Forest within a high-performing and well-structured primary school? This permanent EYFS Teacher role from September 2026 offers the opportunity to work within a strong Early Years setting, ideal for both experienced practitioners and ambitious ECTs seeking a supportive and well-organised environment.

This school achieves consistently strong outcomes by the end of Reception, with around 78% of pupils reaching a Good Level of Development, above national averages. Early reading is a clear strength, with phonics outcomes exceeding national benchmarks, reflecting a systematic and well-embedded approach to early literacy. The Early Years provision is carefully designed, combining structured teaching with purposeful continuous provision to secure strong foundations for future learning.

EYFS Teacher – September 2026 | Waltham Forest
Outer London salary £37,870–£56,154 (MPS/UPS)

• Teach within a well-established and high-performing EYFS setting
• Strong GLD outcomes and above-average phonics results
• Well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning environments
• Structured EYFS curriculum with clear progression into KS1
• Comprehensive ECT programme with mentoring and reduced timetable
• Access to phonics and early years CPD through local partnerships
• Supportive leadership team with a focus on staff development

As an EYFS Teacher, you will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching across the Early Years curriculum
• Support early language development, phonics and number skills
• Use observation and assessment to inform next steps in learning
• Contribute to the wider Early Years provision and planning

The successful candidate will:

• Hold UK QTS and a relevant teaching qualification
• Demonstrate strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Be suitable for experienced teachers or ambitious ECTs
• Show commitment to achieving strong outcomes for all pupils

If you are an EYFS Teacher seeking a permanent role in Waltham Forest from September 2026, this is an excellent opportunity to join a school with strong early years outcomes and a clear focus on professional development.

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