Nursery Teacher

6 Days Old

Nursery Teacher / Early Years Lead (Maternity Cover)
Contract: Full Time, Temporary (Maternity Cover – initially 1 term) Start Date: March 2026 (flexible) Hours: Full time preferred (4 days per week considered) Salary: £37,868 – £56,154 per annum (salaries aligned with teacher pay scales) Are you a qualified Early Years Teacher with QTS looking for a rewarding and well-supported nursery role in North London? This is an excellent opportunity to join a warm, established EYFS setting in the Barnet borough on a maternity cover basis, starting in early 2026.
This nursery is known for its strong team culture, shared workload, and exceptional resources, making it an ideal environment for an experienced Nursery Teacher or Early Years Lead who enjoys collaborative working. You will not be managing the class alone – planning, assessments, and responsibilities are shared across a highly experienced and supportive team.
About the Setting
AM & PM sessions (26 children per session, mostly part-time)
Nursery-age children, with some 3-year-olds joining circle time
15–16 key children
Two children with 1:1 support, ensuring strong adult-to-child ratios
Supported by long-standing Level 2 and Level 3 practitioners, plus additional 1:1 staff
Planning, PPA & Support
Weekly collaborative planning every Wednesday (3:30–4:00pm)
Access to existing plans and schemes of work
Weekly PPA time for preparation and assessment uploads (e.g. Tapestry / ClassDojo)
Ongoing support with observations, reporting, and assessments
The Role
You will support high-quality EYFS provision by delivering engaging learning through play, contributing to planning, supporting assessment and progress tracking, and helping maintain smooth daily routines. Experience with SEND and early identification of additional needs is highly valued.
Candidate Requirements:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in EYFS
Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and play-based learning
Experience supporting SEND and using assessment tools (e.g. Tapestry)
Collaborative team player with strong communication skills
Committed to safeguarding and holding (or willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS
Why Apply?
Supportive, team-led nursery environment
Excellent facilities including a sensory room and soft playroom
Opportunity to make your mark while stepping into a well-established structure
Potential future progression routes (e.g. Phonics Lead, Maths Lead, SENCO pathway)
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Years professional seeking a nurturing setting, professional support, and genuine development opportunities in Barnet.
Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary of £50,474 is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience equivalent to M6.
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance
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Location:
Barnet, London, UK
Salary:
£37,868 - £56,154 /annum
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Education

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