Job description
Job Title: Early Years Teacher
Location: Sheffield
Pay Rate: Up to £220 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term
Are you passionate about giving young children the right start and helping them discover a love for learning?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are keen to hear from enthusiastic Early Years Teacher (EYT) to work in schools and early years settings across Sheffield. We are looking for qualified educators who can make learning fun and meaningful while supporting children’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development.
The Early Years Teacher creates engaging learning experiences through a mix of structured activities and purposeful play, helping young learners develop important skills and confidence.
Early Years Teacher Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver lessons and activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Use play, stories, creative tasks, and practical activities to support learning
- Help children develop early reading, writing, communication, and number skills
- Observe individual development and identify areas where extra support may be needed
- Encourage independence, curiosity, positive behaviour, and social interaction
- Work closely with families and support staff to promote each child’s development
Early Years Teacher Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) is desirable
- Previous experience teaching or supporting children within an Early Years setting
- Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Ability to create engaging activities for different learning needs
- Caring, organised, and confident approach to working with young children
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join GSL Education:
- Secure attractive daily rates that recognise your experience
- Develop experience across different Early Years environments
- Help young children build strong foundations for future learning
- Access flexible and longer-term teaching opportunities
- Receive professional support from dedicated education consultants
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the South Yorkshire.
For more information or to register your interest in the “Early Years Teacher” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.