Nursery Teacher – Islington Start date: January 2027 Contract: Full-time maternity cover Salary: Inner London MPS/UPS, dependent on experience A welcoming and successful primary school in Islington is seeking an experienced Nursery Teacher to join its Early Years team from January 2027. The successful candidate will be a confident and enthusiastic EYFS practitioner with a strong understanding of early child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. The role will involve: * Planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning * Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive Nursery environment * Assessing children’s development and planning appropriate next steps * Supporting children with a range of learning and developmental needs * Working closely with teaching assistants, colleagues and families * Maintaining high safeguarding and welfare standards Applicants should have: * UK QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification * Recent Nursery or EYFS teaching experience * Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework * Excellent classroom and behaviour management * A current Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one * The right to work in the UK To express an interest, please apply with your current CV