Nursery Teacher

Supply Desk; Watford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payments

CPD and training

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

Supply Desk in Watford is seeking a dedicated Nursery Teacher to join a welcoming nursery in the Watford area. You will provide high-quality early years education, support children's development, and help them stay curious, confident and encouraged through age-appropriate activities.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, knowledge of EYFS, and excellent communication and teamwork. This is a full-time position starting September 2026 with competitive pay and weekly payments, alongside ongoing

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and age-appropriate learning activities for children
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating nursery environment
• Support children’s social, emotional and educational development
• Observe, assess and record children’s progress effectively
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues
• Promote positive behaviour, confidence and independence
• Support children’s individual needs and ensure they are given the appropriate care and attention
• Ensure safeguarding and health & safety policies are followed at all times

Skills

QTS

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Nursery Teacher – Watford

Location:Watford area
Job Type:Full-Time
Start date:September 2026
Salary:£27,932 - £49,084pa (Dependent on experience)

About the Role:

Supply Desk are seeking a passionate, nurturing, and dedicatedNursery Teacherto join a welcoming and supportive nursery in the Watford area. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic early years professional who is committed to creating engaging learning experiences and supporting young children through the important early stages of their development.

You will play a key role in providing high-quality early years education and care, helping children develop socially, emotionally and academically within a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment. You will encourage curiosity, independence and a love of learning through a range of creative and age-appropriate activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and age-appropriate learning activities for children
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating nursery environment
• Support children’s social, emotional, physical and educational development
• Observe, assess and record children’s progress effectively
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues
• Promote positive behaviour, confidence and independence
• Support children’s individual needs and ensure they are given the appropriate care and attention
• Ensure safeguarding and health & safety policies are followed at all times

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting (Desirable)
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding practices
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, caring and proactive attitude
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

What’s on Offer:

• Comprehensive safeguarding training
• Weekly payments
• Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants
• A supportive team and environment
• Excellently equipped facilities
• Opportunities for continued professional development (CPD and training)
• Refer a friend scheme

We offer £100 referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare