Nursery Teacher - Waltham Forest

Location: Waltham Forest
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Permanent
Pay Scale: M3-UPS3

Do you love those magical early years when children begin discovering the world around them? Are you a passionate Nursery Teacher who wants to give young learners the best possible start to their education?

Academics are working with a welcoming nursery setting in Waltham Forest to recruit a dedicated Nursery Teacher for a permanent position starting in January 2027. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a setting that places children's happiness, development and individual needs at the heart of everything it does.

A nursery where little learners can flourish

The setting offers a rich and inclusive curriculum that celebrates different backgrounds and encourages children to develop kindness, respect, teamwork and consideration for others. It's an environment where children are supported to grow in confidence, explore their interests and develop a genuine enthusiasm for learning.

Early communication and language are a key part of the learning experience, with stories, songs, rhymes and phonics helping children develop the foundations they need for reading and communication. Alongside this, children are encouraged to express themselves creatively, develop their physical skills and build positive social and emotional relationships.

The setting also places real importance on inclusion, with tailored SEND support, visual learning resources and specialist approaches to help children with different needs access learning and make progress.

What will you bring to the nursery?

As Nursery Teacher, you'll have the opportunity to create an engaging, stimulating environment where children feel safe, valued and excited to learn. Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering creative, age-appropriate Early Years activities.
• Supporting children's communication, language and early literacy development.
• Encouraging independence, social skills, creativity and physical development.
• Adapting activities to meet individual needs, including those of children with SEND.
• Observing progress and using your assessments to support each child's next steps.
• Building positive relationships with families and working collaboratively with colleagues.

Why consider this opportunity?

• Permanent position starting January 2027.
• M3-UPS3 pay scale, depending on experience.
• A values-led setting with a strong focus on inclusion and whole-child development.
• Opportunities to make a lasting difference during a crucial stage of children's learning.
• Parking available and excellent public transport links.

We're looking for a caring, enthusiastic teacher who understands how important these early experiences are and wants every child to feel confident, included and ready to learn.

Get in touch with Academics today to find out more.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.