Early Years Teacher; QTS

Qualified and Experienced Early Years Teacher

Salary: £41,935 per annum

Term Time

Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday (hours negotiable for the right candidate – pro rata)

Start Date: September 2026

Do you believe a messy day is GREAT day?

Can you turn muddy puddles into the best learning adventures?

Do you think “why?” is the most important word in the world?

If yes… keep reading. This might just be the job for you!

We are a vibrant, laughter-filled early years setting where curiosity runs wild, imaginations soar, and no two days are ever the same. We’re looking for an Early Years Teacher who doesn’t just teach… but inspires. Nurtures. And occasionally pretends to be a dinosaur during circle time!

We are on the hunt for a dynamic educator who can make a difference in our children’s Early Education. We want the teacher who can tell the best stories! Take us on the greatest adventures and inspire incredible learning each day. We want someone who can speak fluent “why?” and “but what if…?”. Someone who can turn a cardboard box into a rocket ship in under 5 minutes.

They have a secret talent for storytelling, silly voices, or spontaneous dancing and believes outdoor learning should involve mud at least 73% of the time.

If you are a passionate, enthusiastic and caring Qualified Teacher who is ready for a change from the stress of the Primary School environment why not join our friendly team! We have an ideal start date of September 2026 (opportunity for flexibility for the right candidate).

The successful candidate will lead learning within our preschool room, helping children develop the skills, confidence and independence they need before moving on to Reception. They will be responsible for planning engaging activities, supporting children’s development, monitoring progress and working closely with families to ensure every child reaches their full potential. The role also involves directing a team, supporting colleagues, and creating exciting learning opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration and a love of learning.

Experience teaching in a UK primary school and a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, play-based learning, and school readiness.

We offer ongoing training and professional development opportunities, regular salary reviews, a 50% discount on childcare fees, team & employee of the term prizes, and the chance to take part in exciting outings with the children, including woodland adventures, visits to local attractions, the library and community activities.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is at the heart of everything we do. The successful candidate will be expected to share this commitment and ensure that children are always safe, happy and well cared for. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, a full induction programme and probation period.

We are aware of our obligations under data protection legislation, including the obligation to collect only the data that is required for our specific purpose. The information collected in this application form is specific to our recruitment exercise and will be used for the purposes of your employment with us. We will only collect the data that is required for the recruitment and hiring process, and no further personal data will be stored unnecessarily.