Early Years Teacher

Grandir UK Limited; Radlett; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Refer a Friend bonus £500

Enhanced DBS checks

Job summary

First Place Nursery Radlett, part of Grandir UK, is seeking an Early Years Teacher (term-time only) to deliver high-quality early years education. You will join a proactive team, supporting development and family engagement, with strong progression opportunities.

Hours are 9am-4pm Monday to Friday during term time, with a pay rate up to £16 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. Grandir UK offers generous benefits and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold QTS, EYPS, or Level 6 Early Years qualifications.
• Qualified educator with registered status is required.

Responsibilities

• Influence and shape nursery practices and implement agreed programmes.
• Support assessment, recording and reporting of children's development.
• Identify and address professional development needs of staff.
• Coordinate and implement core programmes and interventions daily.
• Encourage high expectations for all children and support their potential.
• Ensure staff demonstrate positive values and professional behavior.

Education

QTS

EYPS

Level 6 Early Years qualification

Job description

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 05:00

Early Years Teacher *(Term-time only) First Place Nurseries, Radlett Part of Grandir UK

Salary - Up to £16.00 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews)

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our First Place Day Nursery in Radlett, Herts part of Grandir UK are seeking a proactive and passionate Early Years Teacher to support the delivery of high-quality care and education, ensuring the best outcomes for children and a positive experience for families.

Hours: Mon-Fri (9am-4pm) **term time only**

Why You’ll Love Working at First Place

At First Place you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow.

Core Benefits

• 33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period.
• Christmas and New Year shutdown.
• Flexible working options available.
• £500 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1.
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65.
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues.

About Our Nursery

First Place Nursery Radlett offers a warm, home-from-home environment where children feel safe, supported and excited to learn. Our nursery provides high-quality early years education through a holistic curriculum that supports children’s emotional, social and physical development, alongside bespoke learning programmes that enhance development through play. Children benefit from stimulating environments, including well-equipped rooms and engaging outdoor spaces, as well as regular activities that encourage curiosity, creativity and confidence. Strong partnerships with families are a key focus, with daily updates via the nursery app and ongoing communication to ensure every child thrives. Our nursery combines high standards with a close-knit, community feel, ensuring every child receives personalised care and attention.

Location and Travel

First Place Nursery Radlett is conveniently located on Watling Street in Radlett, making it easily accessible for families living and working in the local area. The nursery benefits from excellent transport connections, including close proximity to major road networks such as the M25 and A41, providing straightforward access from surrounding towns and North London. Radlett train station is also nearby, offering direct links into London St Pancras, making it ideal for commuting parents. In addition, local bus routes serve the area, ensuring convenient and flexible travel options for daily drop-offs and pick-ups.

What You'll Be Doing

• Influencing and shaping nursery practices while sharing collective responsibility for their implementation.
• Being open to opportunities for improvement and encouraging staff to make suggestions on nursery practices.
• Supporting the effective assessment, recording, and reporting of children's development and learning.
• Playing an active role in identifying and meeting the professional development needs of nursery practitioners.
• Coordinating and implementing agreed programmes and interventions on a day-to-day basis.
• Encouraging practitioners to have high expectations of all children and demonstrating a commitment to helping them achieve their full potential.
• Ensuring all staff demonstrate the positive values, attitudes, and behaviours expected of the children.

Essential Requirement: Candidates must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Early Years Professional Status (EYPS), or a Level 6 Early Years qualification.

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100% for the first 12 weeks.
• Paternity leave paid at 100% for the first 4 weeks.
• Parental bereavement leave of up to 4 weeks, fully paid.
• Compassionate leave of up to 2 weeks, fully paid.
• Miscarriage leave of up to 2 weeks, fully paid.
• Wellbeing Day – an extra day off just for you.
• The Grand Event – up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years' service.

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts, including ASOS, gym memberships, cinemas, M&S, and major supermarkets.
• Dayforce Wallet – gives you the ability to access a portion of your earned pay before your normal payday.
• 24-hour remote GP appointments.
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy, and alternative therapies.
• Recognition, rewards, and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams.
• Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities.
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy-trained teams and Eco-Schools accreditation.

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and will be carried out by our approved third-party provider.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.