Nursery Teacher

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated, experienced Nursery Teacher to join our team on a full-time basis (five days per week). The successful candidate will work in our nursery class, delivering inspiring, evidence-led early years education, with a strong focus on closing gaps, nurturing wellbeing, and working closely with families and other professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage (or Welsh equivalent) curriculum, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment.

• Develop and implement interventions and support for children who may be behind, including those with English as an Additional Language, or other learning/communication needs.

• Create a stimulating, inclusive and safe learning environment where children feel respected, understood, and inspired.

• Monitor progress of all children, use assessment data to inform planning and adapt teaching.

• Work closely with teaching assistants, nursery staff, leadership team and external agencies to support children’s learning, wellbeing and development.

• Build strong relationships with families, engaging them in the learning process and maintaining effective communication.

• Contribute to school development plans, participate in staff meetings, professional learning, and whole school activities.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualified teacher status (EYFS / equivalent) with recent, demonstrable experience in a nursery / early years setting.

• Excellent understanding of early childhood development, early years pedagogy / best practice.

• Experience of working with children from deprived backgrounds or with additional learning needs; ability to adapt teaching accordingly.

• Strong interpersonal skills: able to engage and build positive relationships with children, parents, colleagues and outside agencies.

• Commitment to inclusive education and promoting equality of opportunity.

• Strong classroom management, organisational and communication skills.

• Confidence using assessment tools to monitor progress and inform teaching.

Desirable:

• Experience of working in Welsh context or with Welsh Government’s expectations for early years (if applicable).

• Experience with specific early years interventions or programmes.

• Additional relevant qualifications / training (special educational needs, language support, trauma-informed practice etc.).

What We Offer

• An opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives in a community that needs strong, caring educators.

• Supportive leadership and a caring, collaborative staff team.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Access to resources and support for working with children facing socio-economic or learning challenges.

• A chance to contribute to whole school improvement and see the tangible outcomes of your work.

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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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