Nursery Teacher
Job description
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Reeson Education is seeking passionate and experienced Nursery Teachers to join our talent pool for outstanding early years settings across East London, specifically in the borough of Waltham Forest, including Walthamstow, Leyton, Leytonstone, Chingford and Highams Park.
This Nursery Teacher role is ideal for a creative and nurturing educator looking to secure a September 2026 position in a supportive and well-resourced school.
Role Highlights for a Nursery Teacher:
- Nursery Teacher roles across Waltham Forest primary schools and nurseries
- Opportunities in Walthamstow, Leyton and Chingford
- Full-time, long-term Nursery Teacher positions
- Salary in line with MPS / UPS
- Supportive early years teams and environments
Responsibilities of a Nursery Teacher:
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons as a Nursery Teacher in line with EYFS
- Support early development and school readiness as a Nursery Teacher
- Create a safe and stimulating learning environment as a Nursery Teacher
- Assess and monitor progress as a Nursery Teacher
- Work collaboratively with support staff and parents as a Nursery Teacher
Requirements for a Nursery Teacher:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Experience working as a Nursery Teacher or within EYFS
- Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
- A nurturing and creative approach as a Nursery Teacher
- Commitment to early years development and safeguarding
This Nursery Teacher opportunity in the borough of Waltham Forest is perfect for teachers looking to secure a September 2026 role in East London.
If you are a Nursery Teacher ready for your next opportunity in Waltham Forest, apply today with Reeson Education.
Reeson Education:
Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert.
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⭐ Highlight your QTS qualification prominently as this is explicitly required for the Nursery Teacher role
📊 Quantify your EYFS experience: "Delivered EYFS curriculum to 28 children, achieving 95% school readiness targets"
🌐 Mention specific Waltham Forest boroughs like Walthamstow or Leyton to show local knowledge
🎯 Emphasise your creative lesson planning abilities as the advert seeks a "creative and nurturing educator"
🤝 Showcase your parent partnership work as the role requires collaboration with parents and support staff
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- •Delivered EYFS curriculum to 26 nursery children across 7 learning areas, achieving 92% school readiness targets by summer term
- •Implemented creative lesson plans using outdoor learning and sensory play, increasing engagement levels by 85% during focused activities
- •Collaborated with 12 parents and 3 teaching assistants to create individualised learning plans, supporting 4 children with additional needs
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Dear Hiring Manager,
Reeson Education's Nursery Teacher opportunities across Waltham Forest align perfectly with my passion for early years education and my expertise in EYFS delivery. With my QTS qualification and proven experience in nursery settings, I am well-positioned to contribute to your network of outstanding schools in Walthamstow, Leyton and surrounding areas.
My background in early years teaching has equipped me with strong skills in lesson planning, progress assessment, and creating stimulating learning environments that support school readiness. I have successfully collaborated with parents and support staff to ensure comprehensive child development outcomes.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How do you implement the EYFS framework in your daily teaching practice?
- ›What strategies do you use to assess and monitor progress in nursery-aged children?
- ›How do you plan engaging lessons that support school readiness?
- ›What safeguarding procedures do you follow in an early years setting?
- ›How do you adapt your teaching to meet different developmental stages within EYFS?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you worked with parents to support a child's development
- ›Describe a challenging behaviour situation you managed in a nursery setting
- ›How do you create a stimulating learning environment for young children?
- ›Give an example of how you've collaborated effectively with support staff
- ›Tell me about a time you had to adapt your teaching approach for a child with additional needs
STAR answer examples
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Tell me about a time you worked with parents to support a child's development
Describe a challenging behaviour situation you managed in a nursery setting