Location
, PR3
Summary
REED/LTA are seeking an experienced Nursery Teacher to join a rural primary school in Preston.
This full-time position starts at the beginning of May and continues until the end of the summer term. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a small team of teaching assistants and delivering high-quality early years education.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and educational activities suitable for nursery-aged children.
- Lead and manage a team of teaching assistants, ensuring effective support and development within the classroom.
- Monitor and assess children's progress, maintaining accurate records and providing feedback to parents and guardians.
- Create a safe, nurturing environment that stimulates learning and development.
- Collaborate with other teaching staff to enhance the overall educational experience.
- Participate in school events and activities.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Nursery Teacher.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS).
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team.
- Excellent understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to create an inclusive and supportive educational environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Beautiful rural setting.
Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.
Reed is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
