Nursery Teacher

Protocol Education Ltd; Croydon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Croydon is seeking a passionate Nursery Teacher for a temporary opportunity starting 24th February until July 2025. The ideal candidate will inspire young learners by creating a stimulating environment and delivering creative lessons tailored to early childhood development. Experience, QTS or EYTS, and a genuine love for education are essential.

Benefits

Free online safeguarding training

Assistance with DBS checks

Potential for permanent placement

Qualifications

• QTS or EYTS with experience in early years education.
• Passion for early childhood development and a positive environment.
• Patience, creativity, and a sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for children aged 3–4 years.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons.
• Encourage social, emotional, and academic growth.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Creativity

Patience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS)

Job description

Are you passionate about early childhood education? Do you have the creativity, patience, and dedication to inspire young learners? Our school is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Teacher to join them from 24th February until July 2025.

Permanent opportunity for the right candidate!

This is a two-form primary school in the south east of the London Borough of Croydon.

The Role

1. Create a welcoming and stimulating environment for children aged 3–4 years old.
2. Plan and deliver creative and age-appropriate lessons that inspire curiosity, build confidence, and lay the foundation for lifelong learning.
3. Encourage social, emotional, and academic growth through play-based and structured activities.
4. Work closely with parents, caregivers, and other staff to support each child’s individual needs and foster a love for learning.
5. Uphold safeguarding and welfare standards, ensuring each child’s safety and wellbeing.

What We’re Looking For

1. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) with experience in early years education.
2. A genuine passion for early childhood development, with a focus on creating a positive and supportive environment.
3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with parents, colleagues, and support staff.
4. Patience, creativity, and a sense of humour—plus a willingness to celebrate every small step of progress.

Apply now for more information!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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