Nursery Teacher - Branston Locks Primary & Nursery School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Burton upon Trent is seeking a full-time Nursery Teacher to inspire and care for young learners. This role requires strong teaching skills in Early Years, with responsibilities including developing early literacy and communication skills. The position is for 12 months, starting from 20 October 2025, with a salary range of £32,916 to £45,352 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching in Early Years and a track record of developing early literacy and communication skills.
• Ability to plan, assess and report on pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with experience of teaching in Early Years.
• Develop children’s early reading, writing and communication skills.
• Plan effectively to meet the needs of all children and assess, record and report on pupil progress.
• Support the leadership team with curriculum implementation.
• Contribute to a culture of high expectations and safeguarding.

Skills

Teaching in Early Years

Developing early literacy skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Nursery Teacher

Fixed term for 12 months to cover maternity leave. Full time, required from 20 October 2025. Salary: MS1 to MS6: £32,916 to £45,352 per annum.

John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) believes in the power of education to improve lives – and the world. As a partner academy in JTMAT, we are seeking to appoint an inspiring, enthusiastic, and motivated Teacher to create an engaging and caring learning environment for the youngest learners in our nursery at Branston Locks Primary and Nursery School.

Responsibilities

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with experience of teaching in Early Years.
• Develop children’s early reading, writing and communication skills.
• Plan effectively to meet the needs of all children and assess, record and report on pupil progress, guiding learning to the next level.
• Contribute to the growth of the school as part of a small team, supporting the leadership team with curriculum implementation, creating resources and designing learning environments that enable all to achieve and progress.
• Be based in the Nursery and support a culture of high expectations and safeguarding.

Qualifications and experience

• Experience of teaching in Early Years and a track record of developing early literacy and communication skills.
• Ability to plan, assess and report on pupil progress.

What we offer

We offer the opportunity to be part of a successful and progressive Trust committed to ensuring learning is at the heart of all we do.

How to apply

If you would like to discuss this role and book a tour of our school, please email [e-mail] or call Mrs Kate Bryant, Headteacher on 01283 242875.

Completed application forms should be emailed to [e-mail]. Fully completed application forms are required for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.

Key dates

Closing date: Monday, 22 September 2025 at 9:00am
Selection/Interview: Monday, 29 September 2025

Safeguarding

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). Certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed. Guidance on disclosure is available on the Ministry of Justice website. If shortlisted, an online search may identify publicly available information to discuss at interview. We emphasise safeguarding and require pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website and applicants are encouraged to review it.

Please review our Recruitment Pack on the school website before submitting your application.