Early Years Teacher (EYTS / QTS Nursery Teacher)

🌱 Inspire, Create & Shape Young Minds – Join Nurtured Childcare as an Early Years Teacher!

Passionate about early years education and ready to make a lasting difference to children’s lives?

If traditional classrooms aren’t your thing, but creating awe and wonder, planning with autonomy, embracing creativity and nurturing children through hands-on experiences are, then you may be the perfect fit for our team!

At Nurtured Childcare, we believe childhood should be full of curiosity, creativity, connection and meaningful learning. We put wellbeing first, and kindness is at the heart of our curriculum. Happiness and self-belief build the foundation for future success.

We’re looking for inspirational Early Years Teachers who want to shape young minds through nature, creativity, exploration and child-led learning.

Early Years Teacher (EYTS / QTS Nursery Teacher)

📍 Location: Skelmanthorpe
💷 Salary: £29,000 – £32,000 FTE
🕘 Hours: 30 – 40 hours per week over 5 days

Why Join Nurtured Childcare?

Join somewhere unique and be part of a setting that values kindness, inclusion, creativity and meaningful relationships.

At Nurtured Childcare, we believe in supporting both children and staff to flourish in a warm, inspiring environment, where every day brings new opportunities for wonder and discovery.

We’re a multi-award-winning, progressive nursery group where your ideas, creativity and approach to early years education can make a genuine difference.

The Role:

As an Early Years Teacher at Nurtured Childcare, you will create inspirational learning opportunities that support children’s development through play, exploration, creativity and nurturing relationships.

You’ll lead engaging experiences including outdoor learning, creative arts, woodwork, music, cooking and exploring the wonders of the world.

You’ll work collaboratively with families and colleagues to provide high-quality care and education that supports every child to thrive emotionally, socially and academically.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning in line with the EYFS framework.

• Plan and provide engaging, child-centred and inspirational learning opportunities.

• Support children’s emotional wellbeing, development and independence.

• Create inclusive learning environments that support children with SEND.

• Maintain accurate observations, assessments and records, identifying emerging needs early.

• Work closely with parents, carers and external professionals.

• Promote safeguarding, health & safety and wellbeing at all times.

• Support and contribute to a positive team culture.

• Lead by example and maintain high professional standards.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for an inspirational Early Years Teacher who is creative, adaptable and passionate about providing meaningful learning experiences for young children.

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS).

• Minimum 2 years’ childcare experience, preferably within early years.

• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework.

• Understanding of quality teaching standards.

• Experience supporting children with SEND.

• Ability to think outside the box and adapt practice to meet individual needs and interests.

• A positive attitude and the ability to make children, families and colleagues smile each day.

• Passion for outdoor learning and creative approaches to teaching.

• Experience working within nurturing and inclusive early years environments.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

• Willingness to complete a full DBS check.

Desirable

• Full UK driving licence.

• Leadership experience.

• Previous Ofsted inspection experience.

What We Can Offer You:

• The opportunity to work within a multi-award-winning nursery group.

• A warm, inclusive and supportive working environment.

• The freedom to bring your creativity and ideas into your teaching.

• Opportunities to develop your career and professional skills.

• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children’s lives every day.

• A culture built around kindness, curiosity, creativity and wellbeing.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re an inspirational Early Years Teacher who wants to move away from traditional classroom teaching and create meaningful, creative and child-led learning experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us create a world where curiosity, creativity and kindness shape every child’s journey.

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