Nursery Teacher Start Date: April 2026 (with induction week before Easter) Location: Waltham Forest Full-time Salary: M1 to M6 (Outer London) About the role/school Teach Plus are seeking a committed Nursery Teacher to join a welcoming and well-structured primary school in Waltham Forest from April 2026. This Nursery Teacher role is a maternity cover (April 2026 to April 2027), with the school ideally looking for a Nursery Teacher who would consider committing longer-term if the fit is right. This is not a typical nursery setting. The successful Nursery Teacher will be joining a provision that combines a large free-flow environment with regular, structured 15-minute teaching inputs, story time, rhyme time and small group sessions. The school values high-quality teaching within EYFS and expects the Nursery Teacher to play a key role in planning and delivering engaging learning opportunities. The Nursery team consists of three Teachers and three Early Years Practitioners who work collaboratively. The incoming Nursery Teacher must be confident planning thoroughly, resourcing effectively and maintaining a purposeful learning environment. The school would like to shortlist Nursery Teacher candidates to attend a visit to ensure the right fit for both sides. Job Responsibilities The successful Nursery Teacher will: Plan and deliver regular short, structured teaching inputs in line with the EYFS framework Lead learning within a well-organised free-flow Nursery setting Take responsibility for detailed planning and preparation Create and maintain an engaging, well-resourced early years environment Work collaboratively with Teachers and EYPs within the Nursery team Assess progress and use observations to inform next steps Build positive relationships with parents and carers Qualifications/Experience The ideal Nursery Teacher will have: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Experience teaching within Nursery, ideally in a primary school setting Strong understanding of continuous provision and early years pedagogy Confidence delivering whole-group and small-group teaching sessions A proactive, organised and team-focused approach Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service Right to work in the UK Next steps: If this Nursery Teacher position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Kam at Teach Plus. Alternatively, please click 'apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education. With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.
Feb 27, 2026
Contractor
Nursery Teacher Start Date: April 2026 (with induction week before Easter) Location: Waltham Forest Full-time Salary: M1 to M6 (Outer London) About the role/school Teach Plus are seeking a committed Nursery Teacher to join a welcoming and well-structured primary school in Waltham Forest from April 2026. This Nursery Teacher role is a maternity cover (April 2026 to April 2027), with the school ideally looking for a Nursery Teacher who would consider committing longer-term if the fit is right. This is not a typical nursery setting. The successful Nursery Teacher will be joining a provision that combines a large free-flow environment with regular, structured 15-minute teaching inputs, story time, rhyme time and small group sessions. The school values high-quality teaching within EYFS and expects the Nursery Teacher to play a key role in planning and delivering engaging learning opportunities. The Nursery team consists of three Teachers and three Early Years Practitioners who work collaboratively. The incoming Nursery Teacher must be confident planning thoroughly, resourcing effectively and maintaining a purposeful learning environment. The school would like to shortlist Nursery Teacher candidates to attend a visit to ensure the right fit for both sides. Job Responsibilities The successful Nursery Teacher will: Plan and deliver regular short, structured teaching inputs in line with the EYFS framework Lead learning within a well-organised free-flow Nursery setting Take responsibility for detailed planning and preparation Create and maintain an engaging, well-resourced early years environment Work collaboratively with Teachers and EYPs within the Nursery team Assess progress and use observations to inform next steps Build positive relationships with parents and carers Qualifications/Experience The ideal Nursery Teacher will have: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Experience teaching within Nursery, ideally in a primary school setting Strong understanding of continuous provision and early years pedagogy Confidence delivering whole-group and small-group teaching sessions A proactive, organised and team-focused approach Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service Right to work in the UK Next steps: If this Nursery Teacher position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Kam at Teach Plus. Alternatively, please click 'apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education. With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.
You must have experience working within Early Years and a thorough understanding of the EYFS. Able to Lead by example, implementing outstanding practice. A Management Qualification or/and EYTS/EYPS/Montessori is desirable. You will need excellent communication and written skills; support all staff on a day to day basis ensuring the highest standard of care whilst maximising parent/carer satisfaction. You will need strong influencing skills and support staff in their personal development. You will also be proactive in driving occupancy. We are looking for someone who would really like to make a difference in our nursery. We are also looking for one Nursery Practitioner if a management role is not suitable for you. We believe that all staff should be passionate about outstanding childcare and working towards excellence on a daily basis. You need to be motivated, flexible, reliable, and work well under pressure. Job purpose: To provide and secure high quality early education, play and childcare services. To work in partnership with parents, carers, staff and providers to promote the well-being and development of children within the setting. To implement and support all staff to deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, always working to achieve an excellent OFSTED Grade. To assist in meeting the needs of individual children and to provide a caring, stimulating and interesting environment for them. To send your CV please click the 'Apply' button below or for more information call: during the week, Monday to Friday, or call Susan on at any time.
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
You must have experience working within Early Years and a thorough understanding of the EYFS. Able to Lead by example, implementing outstanding practice. A Management Qualification or/and EYTS/EYPS/Montessori is desirable. You will need excellent communication and written skills; support all staff on a day to day basis ensuring the highest standard of care whilst maximising parent/carer satisfaction. You will need strong influencing skills and support staff in their personal development. You will also be proactive in driving occupancy. We are looking for someone who would really like to make a difference in our nursery. We are also looking for one Nursery Practitioner if a management role is not suitable for you. We believe that all staff should be passionate about outstanding childcare and working towards excellence on a daily basis. You need to be motivated, flexible, reliable, and work well under pressure. Job purpose: To provide and secure high quality early education, play and childcare services. To work in partnership with parents, carers, staff and providers to promote the well-being and development of children within the setting. To implement and support all staff to deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, always working to achieve an excellent OFSTED Grade. To assist in meeting the needs of individual children and to provide a caring, stimulating and interesting environment for them. To send your CV please click the 'Apply' button below or for more information call: during the week, Monday to Friday, or call Susan on at any time.
