Nursery Teacher

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Nursery teacher to join our existing team at English Gate. The successful candidate will be an experienced teacher who is excited to join our world class school and is driven to provide education at an exceptional level. English Gate School teachers enjoy an outstanding school environment in which to deliver a dynamic and creative curriculum to motivated students.

Main Responsibility and Accountability Areas

• Promote the ‘mission’ and philosophy of the school, ensuring that children get the best start to their educational journey and work towards being true global citizens;
• Be flexible and adjust to the needs of the school, actively contributing to its development plans and growth;
• Implement agreed school policies and developments;
• Demonstrate thorough curriculum knowledge, teach, and assess effectively;
• Providing clear constructive feedback and steps for improvement;
• Take responsibility for and contribute to professional development as well as actively engaging in performance management, lesson appraisals and peer observations;
• Effectively communicate the school's key messages and values, be an ambassador for our school at all times;
• Organise the classroom and learning resources to create a stimulating and dynamic learning environment;
• Identify clear planning objectives, content, and sequence of lessons in line with the curriculum and appropriate to the educational needs of the students;
• Maintain good classroom management, promote a positive attitude to learning;
• Offer all children equal opportunities to learn and maintain an environment in which no child is exposed to discriminatory behaviour;
• Provide feedback to administrators and parents on a student’s progress through regular progress reports, including daily communication, meetings with parents/guardians when appropriate;
• Support the life of the school beyond the classroom;
• Be committed to participating in co-curricular activities;
• Undertake the planning and organisation of day trips within the primary team as required;
• Support all school events such as productions and assemblies.

Your Profile

• Bachelor of Education degree (or equivalent);
• Qualified Teacher Status or international teaching qualification;
• Qualified to teach children of Primary school age;
• Mother tongue English or C2 level;
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience teaching in Early Years;
• Demonstrates creativity and a passion for teaching and a strong work ethic.
• Experience with innovative teaching and learning;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, negotiation, and mediation skills;
• Commitment to the mission and vision of the school, the academic and co-curricular directions;
• Be enthusiastic, energetic, and able to nurture unique learning experiences for students.
• Able to thrive in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment.
• The ability to share outstanding practice.
• The ability to develop inclusive classroom practice across the school.
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality.
• Commitment to always maintaining confidentiality.
• Independent/International school and coaching/extracurricular experience are all assets.

Safeguarding Statement

English Gate School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. Successful applications will be subject to child protection screening, including robust vetting procedures, checks with past employers, and relevant safeguarding assessments.

Location: Cantù, Lombardy, Italy