Nursery Teacher

Full-Time Maternity Cover January 2027 – End of Academic Year

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and successful primary school with nursery provision in North London for a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Teacher.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive Early Years team on a maternity cover contract from January 2027 until the end of the academic year. The role would suit an experienced Early Years practitioner who is passionate about giving children the very best start to their educational journey.

Here is a well-established primary school with nursery provision, catering for children aged 3–11 in the London Borough of Barnet. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged:

• Good for Quality of Education
• Good for Behaviour and Attitudes
• Outstanding for Personal Development
• Good for Leadership and Management
• Good for Early Years Provision

Inspectors highlighted the school's strong ethos, positive culture, and support for pupils' personal development.

Duties as a Nursery Teacher:

• Lead a Nursery class and deliver engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS Framework
• Create a stimulating and nurturing learning environment
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and academic development
• Plan, assess, and monitor children's progress
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues
• Promote independence and curiosity through play-based learning
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, wellbeing, and achievement

Ideal Nursery Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching within Nursery or Early Years settings
• Strong understanding of the EYFS Framework
• Excellent knowledge of child development and early learning
• Ability to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

 

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