Join The Team as an Early Years Teacher

We are recruiting for a dedicated Early Years Teacher in the TW11 postcode area of Middlesex, who has a passion for working in an Early Years setting, with children aged 0-5 years old.

The Early Years Teacher must hold a QTS/EYTS (or equivalent) with specific experience in overseeing and supporting the development of children aged 3-5 years.

The aim would be for the Teacher to join them from September to support the children’s individual growth, development and overall ‘school readiness’ based upon individual and group starting points.

Nursery Values:

Personal: Prioritise individualised care and education, fostering supportive relationships with families
Professional: Committed to the continual learning and development of all nursery staff, setting high standards for excellence
Outdoor: Promote outdoor learning and play in natural environments
Ethical: Committed to inclusivity, sustainability, and integrity

If you are passionate about early years care and education and share their values, apply now to be part of a caring and progressive nursery dedicated to making a difference in children’s lives in Teddington. This is an excellent opportunity to join this friendly team.

Job Specification for an Early Years Teacher to include:

Term time working an 18-25 hour week, Monday to Friday, ideally 8am until 1pm, however they would be open to this being an afternoon session (eqv hours). Equally would be open to this being within variable hours between 9am-3pm, if this could suit a working parent of a child of school hours.
The successful candidate will work in close partnership with our Deputy Early Years Manager whom will co-lead the classroom (all year round and outside of teachers working hours) and the designated key carers therefore a strong team player is a must!
The hourly rate will be £22-24 per hour with the hours of 18-25hrs per week which will be predominantly alongside the children but will include paid time away from the classroom for assessing, write up of observations, preparing (in line with our Planning in the Moment approach) and any admin-based requirements for parents etc)
Easily accessible by public transport from Teddington train station

Should a candidate require childcare, they would fall within the bracket of Lead Early Years Educator.

We totally recognise that experience isn’t always measured in the classroom as a ‘Teacher’. We would be open to an experienced Nursery Educator that is a newly qualified seeking their first ‘Teaching’ role – what is key for us is something that is passionate, reflective, willing to learn and make a difference 😊

Early Years Teacher Role Responsibilities:

Implement Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Curriculum: Planning and delivering a programme of activity for children in the nursery
Building Relationships: Foster connections with children and their families and care-providers
Working as part of a friendly team with any age group
Safety and Welfare: Maintain health & safety standards and diligently follow safeguarding procedures

Personal Specification:

Qualifications: Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or above or a Qualified Level 3+ – NVQ, Cache, or equivalent
Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
Knowledge: Solid understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage , safeguarding, and health and safety
Communication Skills: Able to liaise and develop relationships with parents, carers and local authorities
Experience: Previous experience working with 3-5-year-old children in a nursery, pre-school or school setting

Benefits Include:

Competitive salary, negotiable based on role, qualifications, and experience
22 days annual holiday entitlement, plus bank holidays
Welcome Bonus of £1,250
65% childcare discount if required
Dental Programme available
Paid staff meetings
Personal Training and Career Development: Opportunities for growth and advancement
Promotion Opportunities: Recognising and rewarding talent

Please send your current CV to Mandy via email if you are interested in this position.

Megalo Recruit supports a huge number of nursery and preschool settings across London and the Home Counties, all offering great prospects and opportunities. Should this particular role not be of interest to you, pop us a call and we can discuss other opportunities that may better suit your requirements. We may also be able to negotiate something for you.