Nursery Teacher

Confidential Company

Job Title: Nursery Teacher

Location: Tappy Toes Nursery,

About Us:

At Tappy Toes Nursery, our mission is to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that supports the early development of children through engaging activities and consistent care, in alignment with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate, qualified, and dedicated Nursery Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of EYFS, excellent classroom management skills, and a genuine love for working with young children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily circle time, story time, and appropriate learning activities based on the weekly lesson plan.
• Ensure child safety by completing daily classroom checklists and risk assessments, along with all required paperwork.
• Provide physical and emotional care to children, responding to their needs throughout the day.
• Maintain accurate records of each child’s eating, sleeping, and learning patterns, as well as any incidents, on the nursery app.
• Post daily updates and weekly achievement reports on the app for parents.
• Prepare and submit weekly planners, ensuring planned activities are executed effectively.
• Conduct monthly and termly observations and prepare developmental reports for each child.
• Coordinate with therapists and external professionals for children requiring additional support.
• Supervise and guide Teaching Assistants to ensure effective classroom support and activity preparation.
• Order necessary classroom resources and manage inventory of activity materials.
• Attend all staff meetings and scheduled training sessions.
• Maintain cleanliness, order, and safety within the classroom environment.
• Ensure inclusive practices that reflect cultural diversity and support Identity.
• Participate in nursery events, celebrations, and parent-teacher meetings.

Requirements:

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or equivalent (minimum requirement).
• CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma (preferred).

Experience:

• Minimum of 1–2 years of relevant experience in a nursery or early childhood setting.
• Preferably with experience and familiarity with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic digital literacy for managing parent communication apps and digital planning tools.
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills.
• Ability to lead and guide support staff effectively.

Behavioral Competencies:

• High emotional intelligence and patience.
• Physical stamina to work in an active environment.
• Team player with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Attention to detail in documentation and observations.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (based on qualifications and experience).
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.