Nursery Teacher jobs in United Kingdom

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week)
Location: South East London
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
Start Date: As soon as possible

Are you a qualified Early Years practitioner who speaks fluent German or has a good level of German? Are you passionate about child-led learning, language development, and outdoor education? If so, we’d love to welcome you to our team at The German Kindergarten London! We’re a bilingual German-English nursery with settings in South West, South East and East London, where children explore, play, and grow in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. Our approach is rooted in learning through play, and we’re looking for someone who shares our values and enthusiasm for early childhood development.

• Child-Led, Nature-Based Learning – You’ll work in a calm, outdoor-focused environment where children learn through meaningful experiences.
• Bilingual and Inclusive Community – You’ll be part of a multicultural team and help create a space where both German and English are naturally woven into daily life.
• Supportive Team Culture – You’ll be joining a small, passionate team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous development.

As a Nursery School Teacher, you’ll take an active role in leading learning experiences, supporting children’s development, and ensuring every child feels secure, inspired, and cared for. You can expect to:

• Deliver engaging, play-based learning aligned with the EYFS framework
• Create and lead creative activities that challenge and support each child’s development
• Build strong relationships with parents and act as a key worker
• Maintain accurate developmental records for your key children
• Help ensure all safeguarding and welfare policies are followed
• Support children’s communication skills in both German and English

• Speak German fluently (or at a very good level)
• Hold a Level 3 or higher Early Years qualification
• Have previous experience working with children, ideally in a nursery setting (e.g., as a nursery practitioner or nursery nurse)
• Are passionate about child development, language learning, and outdoor play
• Are comfortable working in a predominantly German-speaking environment
• Are enthusiastic, proactive, and enjoy being part of a supportive team

Please send your application to billy@create-education.co.uk or charlie@create-education.co.uk
Tel: 0204 5316850

• Specialist Support: Work with a dedicated consultant who understands your skills, goals, and experience, ensuring you’re matched with the right school and role.
• Access to Exclusive Roles: Gain access to a wide range of roles, including vacancies not advertised elsewhere, across mainstream and specialist education settings.
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.