Early Years Teacher

Academics Ltd; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded educational staffing agency is seeking a Primary Nursery/Reception Teacher for a reputable school in Kingston, starting in January 2026. This role offers the opportunity to work in a warm and collaborative environment with children in their early years, focusing on achieving the best outcomes. The position starts as a fixed-term contract until July 2026, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent role based on performance and preference.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Inner London Pay Scale

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in a primary setting, particularly within EYFS.
• Ability to create engaging and cross-curricular lesson plans.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for teaching young learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach Nursery and Reception classes, ensuring high standards of education.
• Collaborate with staff to create a nurturing environment for children.
• Assess and track children's progress to support their learning.

Skills

Early Years education experience

Team collaboration

Creativity in lesson planning

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 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.