Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher (Phonics Specialist)
Location
York, North Yorkshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Job Title: Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher (Phonics Specialist)
Location: An Alternative Provision in York, North Yorkshire Contract: Full-time, starting at Easter until the end of the academic year
Salary: MPS / UPS – not suitable for Early Career Teachers
About the School:
The school is a vibrant and inclusive educational institution committed to providing exceptional learning experiences for all students. Located in York, they pride themselves on our supportive community ethos and dedication to nurturing the academic, social, and emotional development of every individual.
Job Description:
GSL Education is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teacher with a specialisation in Phonics to join a forward-thinking team of Educators, on a full-time basis, starting at Easter until the end of the academic year. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting a new student joining the provision, with a particular focus on developing phonics skills and supporting early literacy development.
Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher (Phonics Specialist) Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging and interactive Phonics lessons tailored to meet the individual needs of early years students.
- Use a variety of multi-sensory resources and teaching strategies to make Phonics accessible and enjoyable for all students, including those with additional needs.
- Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to develop and implement personalized support plans for the new student, focusing on phonics and early literacy development.
- Provide regular assessments and progress monitoring to track the new student's phonics skills and literacy progress.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes a love for learning and encourages student engagement.
- Maintain strong communication with parents/carers and external professionals to ensure continuity of support and progress for the new student.
Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher (Phonics Specialist) Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Specialisation or significant experience in teaching Phonics, particularly in an early years setting.
- Experience working with young children with diverse needs, with a strong understanding of early literacy development and effective teaching strategies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents/carers, and external professionals.
- Commitment to promoting inclusion, equality, and diversity within the early years provision.
- Flexibility, resilience, and a positive attitude towards supporting the individual needs of every child.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about early years education and have a strong background in teaching Phonics, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role to Kerry Fowler at GSL Education’s North Yorkshire Branch.
GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Join our dedicated team and play a key role in supporting the early literacy development of young people. We look forward to receiving your application.
Job tags
Salary
£28k - £43.69k per annum
