Early Years Teacher

About The Role

Contract Type:
Permanent

Working Hours:
Full Time

Number of Positions: 1

Qualifications

Required:

QTS or EYTS

Start Date: 5th January 2026

Salary: £32,916 - £45,352 per annum

Martens croft Nursery School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Years Teacher to join our Outstanding-rated setting. We are a vibrant, inclusive nursery school and children’s centre committed to providing high-quality early education and care for children aged 5 months to 4 years.

• Deliver a rich, child-centred curriculum that supports holistic development.
• Foster a nurturing and stimulating environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn.
• Work collaboratively with a skilled team of practitioners and support staff.
• Champion outdoor learning, creative exploration, and inclusive practice.
• Build strong partnerships with families and the wider community.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS)
• A deep understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
• Enthusiasm for play-based, child-led learning
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing
• A reflective, proactive approach to professional development

• Be part of a forward-thinking, community-focused nursery school
• Access to ongoing training and development
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture
• Opportunities to innovate and shape early years practice in our setting and city wide

• Enthusiasm, energy and commitment to high quality Early Years education
• Positivity about working in partnership with families in our diverse and multilingual community
• The ability to relate and communicate well with our children, families, staff and partners
• Excellent team working skills to ensure effective learning experiences for our children
• The motivation and confidence to achieve high standards and personal goals
• Passion for being inspirational and innovative in their work

To apply for this job role, please complete the application form and email it to: admin@ma

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.

This post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice can be viewed here.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.