Nursery Teacher - Early Years Lead. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Philosophy Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused primary school in West London is seeking an experienced Early Years Lead & Nursery Teacher to lead the nursery and EYFS provision. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and a passion for delivering high-quality education. Opportunities for professional development and a supportive staff team await. This is a full-time position starting in January 2026, designed to inspire and make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Well-resourced environment

Supportive staff team

Qualifications

• Experience as a qualified teacher in Early Years education.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Ambition or experience in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the EYFS team and manage Nursery and Reception staff.
• Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences.
• Promote the welfare and safeguarding of children.

Skills

Early Years Education

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Working

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Early Years Lead & Nursery Teacher Hounslow

• Hounslow, West London
• 2-form entry primary school with a 50-place nursery
• Paid to scale
• Full-time, Long-term
• January Start

About the School

This welcoming and community-focused primary school in Hounslow prides itself on delivering high-quality Early Years education. With a vibrant 50-place nursery and a 2-form entry structure, the school provides a nurturing, stimulating environment where children are supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The school has a strong ethos of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation, making it a fantastic place for talented professionals to grow and make an impact.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and motivated Early Years Lead & Nursery Teacher to join the team. You will have overall responsibility for the nursery and EYFS provision, ensuring that children receive a high-quality, engaging start to their learning journey. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate practitioner to take a leadership role in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the EYFS team, including Nursery and Reception staff
• Plan, deliver, and oversee engaging learning experiences across the EYFS curriculum
• Promote the welfare, development, and safeguarding of all children
• Maintain high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment
• Foster strong relationships with families, staff, and the wider school community
• Support the strategic development and continuous improvement of the EYFS provision

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified teacher with experience in Early Years education
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development
• Leadership experience or ambition to take on a leadership role
• Passionate about delivering high-quality education in a nurturing environment
• Excellent communication, organisation, and team-working skills
• Committed to promoting inclusion, safeguarding, and wellbeing

Why Join This School?

• A well-established, supportive staff team
• A well-resourced and dynamic Early Years environment
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
• A school culture that values innovation, collaboration, and staff wellbeing
• Chance to make a real difference in the lives of young children

This is a full-time Teacher role from January 2026.

If this role of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV. The successful teacher will need to complete full registration and clearance check with Philosophy Education prior to starting the contract.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.