Nursery Teacher

We are recruiting for a Nursery Teacher to work in a lovely Primary School based in Gloucester. 

The role will involve planning and delivering engaging activities and learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework. The successful candidate will have previous Early Years experience and a good understanding of child development, early learning, and the importance of play-based learning.

This role is full-time, working five days per week, starting in January and continuing until the end of the academic year in July. The position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Early Years Teacher looking for a longer-term teaching role within a supportive primary school.

As a Nursery Teacher, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning, preparing, and delivering engaging activities and learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework.

• Creating a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

• Using play-based learning approaches to support children's development and understanding.

• Adapting activities and learning opportunities to meet the individual needs and abilities of all children.

• Observing, assessing, and monitoring children's development and progress.

• Encouraging children's independence, confidence, and positive relationships with others.

• Establishing positive relationships with children, parents, carers, and the wider school team.

• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and other Early Years staff to ensure a consistent approach to learning and care.

• Managing behaviour effectively and promoting positive attitudes towards learning.

• Ensuring the classroom environment is organised, engaging, and well-resourced.

• Maintaining a strong commitment to safeguarding and children's wellbeing.

To be successful in this Nursery Teacher role, you will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or an Early Years Teaching Status.

• Previous experience teaching within a Primary School or Early Years setting.

• A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

• Experience planning, preparing, and delivering engaging, age-appropriate learning activities.

• A strong understanding of child development and play-based learning.

• The ability to observe, assess, and track children's progress effectively.

• The ability to create a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

• The ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, staff, and the wider school community.

• A flexible and adaptable approach to working within an Early Years environment.

• A strong commitment to safeguarding and children's wellbeing.

• A DBS on the update service, or issued within the last 12 months.

• A minimum of two excellent references.

Working as a Nursery Teacher for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:

• Competitive Salary of £174 - £240 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications.

• Holiday Pay – PAYE candidates accrue 12.07% of their day rate.

• Pension Contributions.

• Free, comprehensive safeguarding and Prevent Duty training, including modules on legislation, FGM, and abuse.

• A refer-a-friend bonus scheme.

• Ongoing support throughout the registration process and during your placement.

• Regular contact from your dedicated Flourish Education consultant.

This school is based in Gloucester and is accessible by public transport from surrounding areas.

If you are an experienced Early Years Teacher looking for a full-time Nursery teaching opportunity starting in January, please apply now or call Miah today for more information. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.


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