Organisation
Schools
Directorate
Primary Schools
Service Area
Dalton School (J I & N)
Hours
30 - Term time only
Number of Jobs
1
Location(s)
Mayfield Avenue, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire HD5 9HN
Position type
Permanent
Grade
Grade 6
Salary
£17,632 - £18,793
Advert Wording
Dear Prospective Applicant,
Thank you for your interest in the position of
EYFS Practitioner (Grade 6) at
Dalton Junior, Infant and Nursery School. We are excited to welcome applications from passionate and skilled early years professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive education within a vibrant and nurturing setting.
About Our School
Dalton School is a welcoming and inclusive community where every child is supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Situated in the heart of Huddersfield, our school serves a diverse community and prides itself on offering a stimulating and child-centred learning environment. Our Early Years Foundation Stage is central to our school’s ethos, providing the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
To find out more about our values, curriculum, and wider school life, we encourage you to visit our website:
About The Role
We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic EYFS Practitioner to join our team from
1st September 2025. This
fixed term (pending annual budget review), term-time only position is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive and forward-thinking early years team.
You will be responsible for delivering a high-quality, play-based and inclusive curriculum that promotes the holistic development of each child. As part of our EYFS team, you will contribute to planning and assessment, help to maintain a rich learning environment both indoors and outdoors, and build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
We are particularly interested in candidates who are experienced in supporting children with SEND, passionate about early years pedagogy, and committed to reflective practice and continuous professional development.
Key Information
- Job Title: EYFS Practitioner (Grade 6)
- Start Date: 1st September 2025
- Contract: Permanent, term-time only
- Application Deadline: Friday 4th July 2025 at 12 noon
- Submission: Please send completed applications to Mr I Richardson, Headteacher, via the Business Manager: [email protected]
We are proud of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and a 6-month probationary period.
If you are ready to make a difference in young children’s lives and work within a school that values collaboration, innovation, and care, we would love to hear from you.
Warm regards,
Mr I Richardson
This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
Closing date
04 July 2025, 12:00 PM
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