Eary Years Teacher for Nursery

Trafford Council; Stretford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St Hugh of Lincoln RC Primary School in Stretford is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Teacher for Nursery, with MPR/UPR depending on experience, to lead high-quality outcomes in Reception and Nursery. The role requires a Catholic ethos, commitment to EYFS, and collaboration with staff, families and external agencies.

The Governors invite applications from suitably qualified teachers to teach in Nursery from January 2027, with the post ending 31 July 2027. Closing date 16 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status and full registration to teach in the UK.
• Experience or strong alignment with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Ability to build warm, trusting relationships with pupils and families.
• Commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a rich Early Years curriculum for Reception and Nursery.
• Use observation and assessment to identify next steps and personalise learning.
• Create stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environments.
• Collaborate with colleagues, teaching assistants and external agencies to support SEND.
• Promote school values and engage parents and the wider community.

Skills

Early Years

Teacher status

Catholic ethos

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

ST HUGH OF LINCOLN RC PRIMARY SCHOOL
Glastonbury Road
Stretford
Manchester
M32 9PD
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.st-hughlincoln.trafford.sch.uk
Headteacher: Mrs M Atherton

EARLY YEARS TEACHER FOR NURSERY
MPR/UPR (depending on experience)

Are you an enthusiastic Early Years practitioner who loves inspiring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning? Join a warm, welcoming and ambitious Roman Catholic school where every pupil is known, nurtured and challenged to flourish. This is an opportunity to make a real difference to children’s early learning in a school with strong outcomes, a clear mission and a proud community presence.

About St Hugh of Lincoln

St Hugh of Lincoln is a successful, popular maintained primary school serving a diverse community in Trafford. We are a caring Roman Catholic school (66% of pupils baptised Catholic) rooted in the Diocese of Salford and united by our simple values: to be kind, to have a strong sense of justice and to serve those in need. Our distinctive ethos underpins everything we do and contributes to the excellent pastoral support we offer pupils and families.

About the role

We are looking for an inspirational Early Years Teacher to join our dedicated team and help lead outstanding learning in our Reception and Nursery provision.

You will:

• Plan and deliver a rich, well-designed Early Years curriculum that supports
  strong outcomes in Communication & Language, Literacy and early mathematics
• Use robust observation and assessment to identify next steps and personalise
  Learning so every pupil makes good progress
• Create an enabling learning environment, indoors and outdoors, that stimulates curiosity and sustained shared thinking
• Work closely with colleagues, teaching assistants and external agencies to
  support pupils with SEND and those with additional needs
• Promote our school values and contribute to the wider life of the school, including parent engagement, extra‑curricular activities and community events

This role is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about early childhood development and keen to contribute to school improvement priorities such as developing oracy, mathematical fluency and refining the EYFS curriculum.

About you — the ideal candidate

The Governors invite applications from suitably qualified, experienced teachers to teach in Nursery from January 2027. The post is for 2 terms ending at the end of July 2027.

• Is a reflective, creative and confident Early Years practitioner with qualified
  teacher status
• Is a practising Catholic (preferred)
• Has a thorough understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how
  young children learn
• Builds warm, trusting relationships with pupils and families and champions
  inclusion for all
• Uses high-quality adult engagement to develop sustained shared thinking and
  deeper learning
• Can manage behaviour positively and constructively, modelling our values of
  kindness, justice and service
• Works collaboratively, communicates clearly and is committed to ongoing
  professional development

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are committed to serving our diverse community and upholding our Catholic ethos. Practising Catholics are encouraged to apply; applicants of other faiths or none who respect and support the school’s Christian values are also welcome.

What we offer

• A supportive, skilled and stable staff team committed to high standards and
  professional collaboration
• Opportunities for continuing professional development, leadership growth and
  contribution to school improvement priorities
• A strong, nurturing Catholic ethos and active community links with the parish and families
• A well-resourced EYFS environment with purposeful indoor and outdoor learning spaces

We welcome applicants from across the region and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and provide suitable references.

Join us at St Hugh of Lincoln and help every child on their journey with Jesus - nurturing hearts, minds and talents from the very start.

Closing date - Monday 16 November 2026