Early Years Teacher

Early Years Teacher - Day-to-Day/Short-Term/Long-Term - Location: Rugeley/Penkridge/Stafford - Start Date: September 2026.

We are currently recruiting for dedicated and passionate Early Years teacher to join an established, trusted supply agency supporting local primary schools on a daily, short-term and long-term basis. We work with a variety of schools across Stafford, Penkridge and Rugeley, offering flexible opportunities across EYFS.

Whether you are seeking day-to-day supply work, shorter/longer-term teaching roles we can provide opportunities to suit your availability, experience and career goals. You will be working in a variety of different school settings, building valuable relationships and gaining varied classroom experience. As a Early Years Teacher, you'll be responsible for delivering engaging lessons, maintaining positive classroom environments and ensuring continuity of learning. You will have the ability to adapt to a variety of school settings whilst confidently teaching across a variety of Early Years classes.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality lessons in line with the EYFS Framework.
* Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes pupil engagement and achievement at all times.
* Quickly manage classroom behaviour effectively in accordance with school policies.
* Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of individual pupils and classes.
* Provide feedback on pupil progress and learning where required.
* Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents where appropriate.
* Promote and safeguard the welfare of children at all times.What we're looking for:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
* Recent experience teaching within a primary school setting.
* Confidence teaching across a range of EYFS settings.
* A flexible, professional and enthusiastic approach to teaching.
* Availability for day-to-day supply, short-term placements and/or long-term roles.
* Holds an enhanced DBS on the update service (or is willing to obtain one).
* Can provide two recent professional references.
* Is able to commute to schools within Stafford/Penkridge/Cannock/Rugeley areas.
* Is fully registered (or willing to register) with Academics.Pay: £130 - £180 per day, depending on experience and assignment. Holiday pay is included in the daily rate.

If you are a dedicated and adaptable Early Years Teacher looking for day-to-day supply work, short-term placements or long-term teaching opportunities in the Penkridge and Stafford areas we would love to hear from you. Click the APPLY NOW button below to send us your most recent CV for prompt consideration.

Academics is committed to safe recruitment practices, as well as safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people. All applicants are expected to uphold this commitment. Placements are subject to safeguarding and child protection checks in accordance with DfE policies, including verification of the right to work, employment references, and an enhanced DBS check
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed