Nursery Teacher at a Maintained Nursery School (0.6FTE) Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Temporary Post for the academic year of 2026/27 Whitnash and Kenilworth Nursery School are linked by Federation. They are both outstanding and innovative Maintained Nursery Schools, each with their own character. Both are led by an Executive Headteacher. Both Schools are inspired by the philosophy of Reggio Emelia and take part in action research to continue to refine and develop the educational offer for young children, adapting and responding to the needs of the communities. A rare opportunity has arisen to join this exceptional team within a teaching capacity for 1 academic year in the first instance. The role will primarily be based at Whitnash Nursery School but work will at times, reach across the federation. This role would suit a highly experienced and ambitious early years teacher (must have QTS) who feels confident to work with an effective team of senior early year educators in a dynamic nursery environment. The applicant will be committed to early years education and the future direction of Maintained Nursery Schools as system leaders in birth to 5 provision. They will be committed to making sure we are the ‘right place at the right time’ for all children, including those with additional needs. The School focuses strongly on research-based practice and there are excellent opportunities for CPD, including opportunities to be part of DfE or other national projects. Ideally the candidate will have an interest in developing their knowledge of the value of co-creation and creativity for 2-4 year olds and working alongside our resident artist, to plan environments for learning. The school is focused upon the education of children aged 2 years to 4 years and has developed a dynamic and bespoke curriculum and progression maps for learning behaviours. It is an interesting and cutting-edge phase to work within, where there is scope for a progressive offer for young children and to be part of a dialogue to shape future early years education. Come and make a difference! The school ‘puts staff first’ and upholds a strong commitment to work/life balance, taking care of those who take care of the children. Recently the schools have been case studied as Schools that achieve effective workload support and have a proactive caring ethos while maintaining high standards and outcomes. Ofsted recognised the school as a place “That opens children’s eyes to learning” and our work has been called “innovative and nationally significant.” Our successful school is recognised as ‘Outstanding’ by OFSTED in 2023 for the sixth consequtive time, with its emphasis on creative learning and holistic development – for more information about the school and its ethos please visit our website, www.whitnashnurseryschool.org.uk We would welcome visits from prospective candidates with an opportunity to speak with the team and Executive Headteacher, Rachel Gillett. Please contact Emma, Office Manager, to arrange this on 01926 335312 How to apply Please apply using the application form and equality form included with this advert and email to admin1003@welearn365.com Whitnash Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are not subject to disclosure to employers, and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Closing date – Thursday 14 May 2026 Interviews will be held on either Tuesday 19 May at Whitnash Nursery School or Wednesday 20 May 2026 at Kenilworth Nursery School