Experienced Nursery Teacher

Bootle, Sefton | Full-time maternity cover
Start: As soon as possible | Expected until May half-term 2027
Pay: Competitive daily rate, based on experience

Teaching Personnel is working exclusively with a large, welcoming primary school in Bootle to recruit an experienced Nursery Teacher for maternity cover.

This is a full-time role within a busy 52-place nursery, so the school needs someone who knows EYFS well and is confident taking responsibility for both the teaching and day-to-day organisation of the provision. You will work alongside a team of up to five members of staff, leading deployment across the nursery and ensuring children receive consistent, purposeful support throughout the day.

About the role

• Planning and delivering engaging learning across the EYFS curriculum
• Creating a well-organised and stimulating nursery environment
• Completing observations, assessments and progress records
• Using assessment information to inform planning and next steps
• Deploying and coordinating up to five members of staff
• Supporting children with a range of abilities and additional needs
• Maintaining clear routines and positive behaviour expectations
• Working closely with the wider EYFS and senior leadership teams
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers
• Supporting children’s social, emotional and language development

Who is the school looking for?

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status
• Has at least one full year of Nursery teaching experience
• Has strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Is confident completing observations and assessments
• Can lead and deploy a nursery support team effectively
• Understands effective continuous provision
• Is organised, proactive and comfortable taking responsibility
• Can commit to a full-time maternity-cover role

Due to the experience and leadership required, the school is not able to consider ECTs for this vacancy.

About the school

The school is a thriving primary setting with nursery provision, serving children from ages two to eleven. It promotes a warm, welcoming and family-focused atmosphere where members of the school community are valued and respected. The curriculum supports pupils’ academic, physical, artistic and personal development within a safe and caring environment.

Location and transport

The school is based in Bootle, Sefton, and is accessible by local public transport. Nearby services include Merseyrail connections and several bus routes, including the 52A, 56, 58, 58A and 135. Applicants should check their individual journey before applying.

Why apply through Teaching Personnel?

• Exclusive access to the vacancy
• Long-term maternity cover until approximately May half-term 2027
• Consistent, full-time work within one school
• Weekly pay through PAYE
• Ongoing support throughout the placement
• Access to EYFS-focused CPD and professional development

Apply today

If you are an experienced Nursery Teacher who is available to start quickly, please apply with your current CV.

Your application should clearly outline:

• Your Nursery teaching experience
• The age groups you have taught
• Your experience of EYFS planning and assessment
• Any experience leading or deploying support staff
• Your availability to start

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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