Nursery Teacher

Nursery Teacher – Watford

Location:

Watford area
Job Type:Full-Time

Start date:

September 2026
Salary:£27,932 - £49,084pa (Dependent on experience)

Supply Desk are seeking a passionate, nurturing, and dedicated

Nursery Teacherto join a welcoming and supportive nursery in the Watford area. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic early years professional who is committed to creating engaging learning experiences and supporting young children through the important early stages of their development.

You will play a key role in providing high-quality early years education and care, helping children develop socially, emotionally and academically within a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment. You will encourage curiosity, independence and a love of learning through a range of creative and age-appropriate activities.

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and age-appropriate learning activities for children
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating nursery environment
• Support children’s social, emotional, physical and educational development
• Observe, assess and record children’s progress effectively
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues
• Promote positive behaviour, confidence and independence
• Support children’s individual needs and ensure they are given the appropriate care and attention
• Ensure safeguarding and health & safety policies are followed at all times

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting (Desirable)
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding practices
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, caring and proactive attitude
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

• Comprehensive safeguarding training
• Weekly payments
• Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants
• A supportive team and environment
• Excellently equipped facilities
• Opportunities for continued professional development (CPD and training)
• Refer a friend scheme

We offer £100 referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare