Early Years Teacher

We are seeking a passionate and qualified Early Years Teacher to join a warm, inclusive, and well-established early years setting in East London. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional who is committed to delivering high-quality early education and supporting children s development in line with the EYFS framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning in line with the EYFS
• Support children s learning, development, and emotional wellbeing
• Observe, assess, and track children s progress
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
• Work collaboratively with nursery practitioners and leadership teams
• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers
• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and welfare requirements are met

Requirements

• Early Years Teacher Status (EYT), QTS with EYFS experience, or equivalent
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework
• Experience working within an early years setting (nursery or reception)
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience in a leadership or room lead role
• Paediatric First Aid qualification
• Experience supporting children with additional needs

What We Offer

• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Competitive salary and benefits
• A rewarding role making a real impact on children s early learning

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic about early years education and want to be part of a setting that puts children at the heart of everything they do, we would love to hear from you.

Please email your CV to: (url removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.