Nursery Teacher

Step Teachers Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

Wellbeing services

Exclusive deals

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd is assisting a thriving primary school in Greater London to appoint a Nursery Teacher for a full-time, long-term position starting November 2026. The ideal candidate will hold QTS or equivalent, have nursery/early years experience, and a strong grasp of the EYFS framework.

You will foster development across key areas, build strong relationships with families, and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent is required.
• Experience in Nursery or Early Years settings.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS Framework.
• Excellent knowledge of child development and early childhood education.
• Ability to create engaging, child-centred learning opportunities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS Framework.
• Create a stimulating and inclusive nursery environment.
• Support children's academic, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Observe, assess, and monitor children's progress.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Promote independence, curiosity, and a love of learning.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Safeguarding commitment

Child development knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Experience in Nursery or Early Years

Job description

Nursery Teacher

Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity November 2026Start Available

Hereis a thriving primary school catering for children aged 2–11, with a strong commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and academic success. The school benefits from nursery provision and places a strong emphasis on supporting children's personal, social, and emotional development from the earliest stages of education.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged Good, with Outstanding recognition for Personal Development. Inspectors highlighted the positive culture and supportive environment provided for pupils.

Duties as a Nursery Teacher:

• Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS Framework
• Create a stimulating and inclusive nursery environment
• Support children's academic, social, emotional, and physical development
• Observe, assess, and monitor children's progress
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues
• Promote independence, curiosity, and a love of learning
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing

Ideal Nursery Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching within Nursery or Early Years settings
• Strong understanding of the EYFS Framework
• Excellent knowledge of child development and early childhood education
• Ability to create engaging, child‑centred learning opportunities
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self‑employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well‑being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.