Early Years Teacher

ACADEMICS; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment service is looking for a Primary Nursery / Reception Teacher to start in January 2026 at a vibrant Primary school in Kingston. The role offers a fixed-term contract until July 2026 with potential for permanency. Responsibilities include teaching EYFS, fostering a supportive learning environment, and creating engaging lesson plans. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys collaborating with a friendly team dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for young learners.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Inner London Pay Scale

Qualifications

• Experience working with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is essential.
• Ability to create an engaging curriculum that caters to diverse learning styles.

Responsibilities

• Teach Nursery and Reception classes focusing on EYFS goals.
• Develop lesson plans that cater to children's individual needs.
• Foster a positive learning environment ensuring student wellbeing.

Skills

Team collaboration

Creativity in teaching

Knowledge of EYFS framework

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you looking for a brilliant Primary school to continue your Early Years career?
Are you ready to start a new Primary Nursery / Reception Teacher role this January?
Would you flourish in a large Primary school in Kingston?

• January 2026 start
• Borough of Kingston
• Primary EYFS Teacher Role
• 3 form entry Primary School
• Primary Nursery / Reception Teacher Role
• Excellent Trust Wide CPD with amazing opportunities to develop you career
• Inner London Pay Scale MPS 2 to UPS1

Academics are currently working with this this vibrant, successful Primary school based in the borough of Kinston. The school has an excellent reputation for delivering a rich curriculum with languages, art, music and drama taught in creative, cross curricular lessons, while still maintaining high attainment in core subjects. Children flourish in a safe, positive and purposeful environment where children and staff are happy and enjoy their work.

This role sees you working 3 days a week in Reception and 2 days in Nursery every week.
If you are looking for a warm, friendly staff team that work together to create the best the possible outcomes for the schools youngest learners. Then please get in touch today to express your interest. Interviews today, so please do not delay and get in touch to book your appointment to meet the headteacher!

This role will initially be offered as a fixed term contract January to July 2026, to give the successful Primary EYFS Teacher time to settle in. There is opportunity for this role to become permanent throughout the next academic year or stay as a fixed term contract depending on the successful Primary EYFS Teacher's preference.