Job type
TemporaryLocation
BatleyWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Early YearsIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
MPS/UPSClosing date
10 Apr 2026
Early Years Teacher – Batley
Location: Batley area
Start Date: After the Easter holidays
Contract: Full time until summer, with potential to go permanent
Suitable for: Experienced teachers and ECTs
Start Date: After the Easter holidays
Contract: Full time until summer, with potential to go permanent
Suitable for: Experienced teachers and ECTs
Pay: To scale – MPS/UPS
I am currently working with a well‑regarded primary school in the Batley area who are seeking a committed and nurturing Early Years Teacher to join their team after the Easter break. This full‑time role will run through to the end of the summer term, with the possibility of a permanent appointment for the right candidate.
The successful teacher will be placed in either Reception or Nursery depending on their experience, strengths and teaching style. The school is warm, welcoming and well‑organised, with a supportive Early Years team who value creativity, consistency and strong relationships with families.
The role:
- Full‑time Early Years teaching post (Nursery or Reception)
- Start immediately after the Easter holidays
- Contract through to July, with potential for a permanent role
- Opportunity to work within a supportive and experienced EYFS team
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold QTS (ECTs warmly welcomed to apply)
- Have strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum
- Bring a nurturing, child‑centred approach to classroom practice
- Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents
- Be confident adapting to either Nursery or Reception, depending on placement
What’s on offer:
- Support from a dedicated consultant who understands Early Years recruitment
- Competitive rates of pay in line with experience
- The chance to secure a long‑term—and potentially permanent—role in a respected local school
If you’re a passionate Early Years Teacher looking for a fulfilling position in a friendly, well‑established Batley primary setting, I’d be delighted to discuss this opportunity with you. Feel free to reach out to nicole.walkley@hays.com if you'd like some more information.
