Nursery Lead - Primary School in Thurrock, Essex

Education and training

Are you an experienced and passionate early years educator with leadership skills?

A thriving school in Thurrock are currently looking for a Nursery Lead to join their warm and welcoming primary school in Thurrock, where you will have the opportunity to shape the early education of their youngest learners.

Nursery Lead & Nursery Teacher Thurrock, Essex Competitive, based on experienceFull-time, Monday to Friday

May 2025 start

At this primary school, they are dedicated to creating a warm, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for children from Nursery through to Year 6. Their Nursery is a key part of their foundation phase, where they lay the groundwork for a love of learning. They believe in providing high-quality early education, supporting the development of their children's social, emotional, and cognitive skills in a nurturing, safe environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a team of Nursery staff to deliver exceptional care and early years education in line with school values and ethos.
• Plan and implement engaging, child-centred activities that support the development of the whole child, encouraging creativity and exploration.
• Work closely with the wider school staff to ensure continuity and progression for children as they transition from Nursery to Reception.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on children's progress and wellbeing.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures, health and safety regulations, and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Lead observations, assessments, and developmental reports to track each child's progress and plan targeted next steps.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere for children, staff, and families alike.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Significant experience in an early years setting, with strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum
• In-depth knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and best practices in early education.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong, positive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents.
• A proactive, caring, and motivating leadership style that encourages teamwork and individual development.
• A passion for providing high-quality early education and making a lasting difference in the lives of young children.

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic early years Teacher with a desire to lead, we would love to hear from you!

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