Teacher

Join a thriving, supportive team where learning comes to life and every child is encouraged to flourish.
At Newlyn School, we are seeking an exceptional Early Years Teacher to join our dedicated team from January. This is an exciting opportunity for a warm, nurturing and ambitious practitioner to become part of a school community that is deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and providing unforgettable learning experiences for every child.
As you step into Newlyn, you will join a positive and highly supportive team that values collaboration, professional growth and mutual respect. We are passionate about bringing learning to life through meaningful experiences, inspiring environments, and a curriculum that captures children's curiosity, creativity and imagination. Our staff work together with a shared commitment to ensuring every child feels that they belong, believes in themselves, and can become the very best version of who they are.
We are looking for a teacher who combines a calm, nurturing approach with high aspirations for all learners. The successful candidate will place children's wellbeing, development and achievement at the heart of everything they do. They will demonstrate a strong understanding of high-quality Early Years practice, embracing the power of purposeful play whilst maintaining ambitious expectations for learning and progress.
The ideal candidate will:Be a warm, positive and inspirational practitioner who builds strong relationships with children and families.Have a secure understanding of high-quality Early Years pedagogy and child development.Create engaging and creative learning opportunities that inspire curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.Demonstrate high expectations for all children whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs.Have experience supporting children with additional needs and adapting provision to ensure every child can thrive.Value collaboration and work effectively with colleagues, families and external agencies.Be committed to continual professional development and a culture of reflective practice.Contribute positively to the wider life of the school through enrichment opportunities, clubs and community events.
At Newlyn School, inclusion is at the heart of our work. We wholeheartedly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their starting point or individual needs. We are proud of the personalised support we provide and the strong team culture that enables both children and staff to flourish.
Our unique curriculum embraces the incredible opportunities afforded by our coastal location. Alongside a rich and engaging classroom experience, our children benefit from Forest School, Beach School, music enrichment opportunities and our High Performance Sports Squad. These experiences help children discover hidden talents, develop confidence and create lasting memories.
As a member of our team, you will benefit from:A welcoming, friendly and highly supportive staff team.Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.A strong culture of collaboration and shared practice.Passionate and enthusiastic children who love learning.The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's lives every day.A school committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.
At Newlyn School, we are proud of our inclusive ethos, ambitious curriculum and strong sense of community. We are looking for someone who shares our vision and values and who is excited to contribute to our school motto:We Belong. We Believe. We Can Become.
If you are a passionate Early Years practitioner who wants to work alongside a committed team and help bring learning to life for every child, we would love to hear from you.
About You:
You will have a child-centered approach, and will provide a creative, inclusive and aspirational lessons to enrich our school curriculum which inspires and motivates children and supports high quality teaching and learning both indoors and outside the classroom. We are seeking a warm, positive and enthusiastic person to join our team that is forward thinking and has a real passion for championing all children, irrespective of their starting abilities. A commitment to support the school’s vision for enrichment in personal development opportunities is key, recognising that in order to create well rounded children we focus collectively on the academic, social, emotional and holistic development simultaneously. 
Benefits of Working with Us:As a leading Academy Trust, we are able to offer our staff a range of continued professional development opportunities alongside family friendly policies and access to the Local Government/Teachers Pension Schemes. More on our benefits can be found here.
How to Apply and Further Info:
To be considered for this role, please click the “Apply” button above to submit your online application.Please note we do not accept CV's.The closing date for receiving applications isSunday 1st November at 11pmIf you wish to discuss this position ahead of applying, please contact Lauren Huntington (Headteacher) on [email removed] Interviews to be held on week commencing 9th November 2026
If you encounter any issues with the online application, please contact the Talent Team for assistance at [email removed].
TPAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application as part of their pre-employment administration. The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Other pre-employment checks will include receipt of two satisfactory references, evidence of right to work in the UK, proof of any relevant qualifications and completion of a health assessment questionnaire.