Do you love early years play-based learning and want a full-time Nursery Teacher post in Battersea from January 2026? A welcoming Battersea primary with a strong nursery provision seeks a compassionate Nursery Teacher to join the Early Years team. The Nursery Teacher will prepare the environment before January 2026, attend induction in January 2026, and be in post teaching from January 2026.
Role overview - Nursery Teacher
As Nursery Teacher you will design engaging continuous provision that promotes communication, physical development and early number recognition. The Nursery Teacher will deliver short adult-led sessions, support language through songs and stories, and coordinate with parents and SEN staff to ensure each child thrives. The Nursery Teacher will be central to transition planning into Reception and will be involved in professional development starting January 2026.
Nursery Teacher Responsibilities
• Create and manage stimulating indoor and outdoor provision as the Nursery Teacher.
• Lead short, focused activities that support early language and physical development as the Nursery Teacher.
• Monitor progress, keep concise records and share next steps with families as the Nursery Teacher.
• Prepare resources and attend induction before and during January 2026, then teach from January 2026.
Nursery Teacher Requirements
We are looking for a qualified Nursery Teacher (QTS/EYTS or equivalent) with strong early years practice and excellent interpersonal skills. The Nursery Teacher must be available for pre-term planning prior to January 2026, for induction in January 2026, and to begin teaching from January 2026. Experience of working with two-year-olds and three-year-olds is desirable for the Nursery Teacher.
Closing appeal
This Battersea Nursery Teacher role starting January 2026 offers a nurturing environment, excellent outdoor space and structured CPD. If you are a warm and skilled Nursery Teacher ready to start January 2026, please apply.
To be considered for this Nursery Teacher position, please forward an up-to-date version of your CV.