Location:Horsted School, Chatham, Kent ME5 9TF
Salary:MPS/UPS + TLR (depending on experience)
Contract Type:Full-time, Permanent
Start Date:January 2026 (or sooner if available)
Closing Date:19thSeptember 2025
Interviews:29th & 30th September
At Horsted School, we are looking for an inspirational, passionate, and experienced Nursery Teacher with QTS to lead our brand-new nursery provision for children aged 3 to 4 which is due to open in January 2026.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the future of early years education within our school community. We are seeking someone who shares our commitment to nurturing young minds and creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can flourish.
About the Role
You will play a pivotal role in establishing and leading our new nursery setting. Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing and delivering an outstanding EYFS curriculum tailored to 3–4-year-olds.
- Creating a warm, welcoming, and safe environment.
- Collaborating with senior leaders to develop routines, policies, and a strong team ethos.
- Building strong relationships with families and the wider community.
- Leading and supporting a small team of nursery staff to ensure high-quality care and education.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- A proven track record of outstanding teaching in an early years setting.
- Deep understanding of child development and the EYFS statutory framework.
- Experience in leading or contributing to the development of early years provision.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A nurturing, creative, and reflective approach to teaching and leadership.
Desirable:
- Experience in setting up or significantly developing a nursery or early years unit.
- Paediatric First Aid qualification.
- Experience working with children with SEND.
- Knowledge of effective parental engagement strategies.
We Offer:
- A unique opportunity to lead and shape a brand-new nursery provision.
- A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
- High-quality CPD and leadership development opportunities.
- A vibrant school community with enthusiastic children and engaged families.
- A beautiful learning environment with access to outdoor space and resources.
Further Information
Please visit our school websitehttps://www.horstedschool.co.ukor contact the school office onoffice@horstedschool.co.ukor 01634 335400 for any additional information. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged
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