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Early Years Full time Teacher

The Firs Lower School · Bedford · Central Bedfordshire

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and highly experienced Early Years teacher, to join our hard working and caring team to work 5 days per week in our Reception Year from 1st September 2026. This is a fixed term post, covering a staff member who is on maternity leave and will end on 31st May 2027.

We are forward thinking, offer a structured induction programme and are committed to further professional development for all staff. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and we are looking forward to meeting you!

The Firs Lower School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A DBS check including an online search is performed for all new employees.

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About this school

The Firs Lower School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 2–9

Not rated
Pupils
349
Avg teacher salary
£44,981
Pupil:teacher ratio
27.2:1
Academy trust
THE FIRS LOWER SCHOOL

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, MK45 2QR

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Salary
£32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual) Depending on experience you will be on MPS or UPS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
9 June 2026
Closing date
26 June 2026

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