EYFS Teacher Job – Spennymoor | Full-Time Maternity Cover | January Start

Location: Spennymoor, County Durham
Salary: From £160 per day, increasing in line with M6 (AWR) from week 12
Job Type: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Maternity Cover

Inspire Young Learners at the Start of Their Education Journey

Are you a passionate and nurturing EYFS Teacher looking for your next full-time teaching opportunity?

Schools Mutual Services is recruiting an enthusiastic EYFS Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Spennymoor from January 2027. This full-time maternity cover offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact during the most important stage of a child’s education.

If you’re committed to creating engaging learning experiences and helping children develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

You will take full responsibility for an Early Years Foundation Stage class, delivering creative and engaging lessons that support every child’s academic, social and emotional development.

This is a full class teacher role, meaning you will be responsible for planning, preparation, assessment and all associated classroom responsibilities. You’ll work closely with colleagues, parents and the wider school community to provide an outstanding learning environment.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Planning and delivering engaging EYFS lessons and activities.
• Creating a stimulating and nurturing classroom environment.
• Monitoring, assessing and recording pupil progress.
• Completing planning, preparation and marking.
• Supporting children’s personal, social and emotional development.
• Working closely with colleagues, parents and school leaders.
• Undertaking all responsibilities expected of a full-time class teacher.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has experience teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Has a strong understanding of the EYFS Framework.
• Creates engaging, child-centred learning experiences.
• Has excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Is organised, enthusiastic and committed to helping every child thrive.

Applications are welcomed from experienced EYFS teachers who are ready to take on full class teacher responsibilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay starting from £160 per day.
• Agency Workers Regulations (AWR) pay progression to M6 from week 12.
• Full-time maternity cover starting in January 2027.
• Weekly PAYE pay.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Pension scheme.

Why Join Schools Mutual Services?

Schools Mutual Services is a not-for-profit, school-led education recruitment provider, committed to supporting schools, teachers and education professionals across the North East.

We pride ourselves on matching talented teachers with schools where they can flourish, while providing ongoing support and rewarding career opportunities.

Apply Today

If you’re an enthusiastic EYFS Teacher looking for a rewarding maternity cover role in Spennymoor, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact the Schools Mutual Services team for more information about this exciting January opportunity.