Nursery Teacher - Full-time

Folkestonegirls; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nurturing and innovative school as a Nursery Teacher, where you will inspire young minds through a vibrant curriculum and supportive environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance children's learning experiences and contribute to a positive school culture.

Benefits

Positive working environment

Nurturing school community

Opportunities for progression

Access to high-quality CPD

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Passion for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a vibrant, play-based EYFS curriculum.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment.
• Plan meaningful, responsive learning experiences.

Skills

Creativity

Nurturing

Imagination

Motivation

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Nurture, Inspire, Flourish – Join Featherby as Our New Nursery Teacher

Featherby Infant and Nursery School, part of the Featherby Partnership within the Maritime Academy Trust, is seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing, and creative Nursery Teacher to join our dedicated early years team from August 2025.

This is a wonderful opportunity to shape young minds during their most formative years, in a setting where children are valued, staff are supported, and innovation is encouraged.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver a vibrant, play-based EYFS curriculum that inspires a lifelong love of learning.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child feels seen, heard, and supported.
• Use your knowledge of early development to plan meaningful, responsive learning experiences.
• Work closely with parents, carers, and the wider team to build strong partnerships that enhance children’s progress.
• Embrace our school's values and contribute to a collaborative and forward-thinking culture.

Who We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and or working towards this..
• Have a solid understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and child development.
• Are caring, imaginative, and highly motivated, with a passion for working with young children.
• Value play and exploration as powerful tools for learning.
• Are ready to be part of a supportive team that puts children — and staff — at the heart of everything we do.

What We Offer

• A positive, friendly and welcoming working environment
• A nurturing school community that believes in the potential of every child and adult
• Opportunities to work across Infant, Junior and Nursery phases, offering variety and progression
• Access to high-quality CPD through the Maritime Academy Trust
• National terms and conditions, Local Government Pension Scheme
• Wellbeing support, financial advice, and early salary access through Wagestream
  
  

Come and see the Featherby difference for yourself!We would love to show you around our school and share what makes it such a special place to work and learn. To arrange a visit, simply contact the school office on 01634 231984—we’d be delighted to meet you.

You’ll find all the details about the role, school, and trust in the Candidate Information Pack attached. Applications must be submitted online via the My New Term website before the deadline. Please note that we may interview and appoint candidates as applications are received, so don’t delay—apply today!

We are part of the Maritime Multi-Academy Trust, a forward-thinking group of schools in Greenwich, Kent & Medway. Together, we embrace collaboration and innovation, delivering a curriculum that equips children with essential life skills.

Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, he better our work will be. Maritime Academy Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks. In line with safeguarding guidance, we may carry out online checks on shortlisted candidates. Further information about the Trust is available at www.Maritimeacademytrust.org and the school at https://www.featherby-jun.medway.sch.uk/