Nursery Teacher - Full Time

Church Cowley St. James School; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Nursery Teacher to join their vibrant team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a beautifully designed nursery that emphasizes exceptional learning experiences. With a supportive environment and a commitment to professional development, you will inspire young children to thrive. Enjoy the benefits of a well-structured curriculum, dedicated planning time, and the chance to collaborate with skilled professionals. If you are energetic and dedicated to fostering growth in children, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Full entitlement to PPA time

No marking at home policy

Weekly PE and Music taught by professionals

Engaging curriculum

Excellent CPD opportunities

Community links and support

Best staffroom and coffee in Oxfordshire

Qualifications

• Experience working in an early years setting is essential.
• Energetic and dedicated to improving teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate children and adults to reach their full potential.
• Support children academically, socially, and emotionally.

Skills

Early Years Education

Child Development

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Wilderness Nursery @ Church Cowley St James Primary School

Nursery Teacher - Full time

Do you have a passion to work with young children?

Church Cowley St James C of E Primary School is proud to have such a beautiful nursery; Wilderness Nursery. Our building and outdoor space are simply exceptional. Our site, in the main school grounds, features a shepherd's hut, a massive tree house, a fantastic forest school, and is situated in its own stunning purpose-built building.

Wilderness Nursery caters to children aged 3 or 4 years old, attending 38 weeks per year.

Wilderness Nursery is a forward-thinking school passionate about delivering superb learning opportunities for children and staff alike.

We are consistently rated 'Good', with well-behaved pupils, supportive parents, friendly staff, and active Governors. Located in the heart of Church Cowley, we are proud of our community links.

In return for your flair, commitment, and passion, we offer an engaging curriculum, excellent CPD opportunities, and brilliant children for you to grow and develop.

We seek a passionate nursery teacher who strives daily to inspire and motivate children and adults to reach their full potential. You will be supported by a superb team of five early years support workers.

This is a full-time qualified Teacher position, working 32.50 hours per week, Monday to Friday, during school term time, ideally starting in September.

Candidates must have experience working in an early years setting and be committed to developing children academically, socially, and emotionally. Successful candidates will need to be energetic, driven, and dedicated to improving teaching and learning.

In return, we offer an engaging curriculum, excellent CPD opportunities, and the chance to work with brilliant children for your growth and development.

Additionally, from your third year in post, there is the possibility of trips to conferences in Sweden, Canada, Dubai, or New York.

We truly care about your well-being:

• All planning is completed for you
• You receive full entitlement to PPA time weekly with co-teachers
• PE and Music are taught by professionals alongside you weekly
• No marking at home policy
• Enjoy the best staffroom and coffee among Oxfordshire schools - come and see for yourself

We are looking for someone to start in September 2025, if possible. Please apply promptly, as the position may close early once the right candidate applies.

For more information, watch a video from our Head Teacher, download an application form, and learn about our nursery, visit the Vacancies page on our website: https://www.churchcowley.com/V.... All candidates are most welcome. Please contact the school office at 01865 778484 to schedule an appointment.