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Permanent

Early Years Teacher

Pumpkin Recruitment Ltd
Richmond
money-bag £26000 - £27000/annum paid holidays, career progression
Posted: 10 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 09 August 2026
Ref: 225357914

Early Years Teacher

Job Summary

We are seeking a Early Years Teacher to join our vibrant childcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, fostering their development through engaging activities and personalised care. This role offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your teaching and childcare skills within a supportive setting that values early childhood education.

Hours-: Monday - Friday , 25 hours a week,-Term Time Only,-12 weeks paid holidays,-excellent further training and career progression opportunities.

Duties and responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver age-appropriate educational activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional development.
  • Supervise and support children during play, learning, and mealtime, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Foster a warm, inclusive environment that encourages curiosity and confidence among children.
  • Maintain accurate records of children''s progress and communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding their child''s development.
  • Lead and manage a team of nursery assistants and practioners, providing guidance and support to ensure high standards of care and education are maintained.
  • Organise daily routines, including arrival, departure, rest periods, and outdoor play sessions.
  • Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, safeguarding policies, and early years curriculum standards.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development to stay updated with best practices in early childhood education.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience working with children in a nursery or early years setting.
  • Knowledge of child development principles and early childhood education frameworks.
  • Valid childcare or nursery qualification recognised within the UK (e.g., BA in Early Years Education from UK or Overseas, QTS , Qualified Teaching Status, Early Years Teaching Status or PGCE.-
  • Childcare experience combined with organisational skills to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

This role offers an enriching environment where your passion for early childhood education can flourish whilst making a meaningful difference in young lives.

To apply and organise a interview please send CV to link provided .

Early Years Teacher

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