EYFS Teacher

Job Vacancy: EYFS Teacher at Longwood School & Nursery - Bushey Location: Longwood School & Nursery - Bushey Position: EYFS Teacher Contract: Full-time or Term Time Start Date: September 2026 Salary: Up to £27,680 Longwood is seeking to appoint a warm, enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Teacher to join our early years team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and reflective practitioner, who is committed to providing high-quality early years education in a nurturing and stimulating environment. At Longwood School & Nursery, we are proud to be a small, independent school and nursery where every child is truly known and valued. Our small class sizes allow staff to build strong relationships with children and families, providing personalised support and nurturing each child’s confidence, curiosity and individual learning journey. We believe our warm, family-oriented environment creates the ideal setting for children to thrive socially, emotionally and academically. The Role The successful candidate will: Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences in line with the Early Years curriculum Create a safe, caring and inclusive classroom environment Support the social, emotional and developmental needs of young children Observe, assess and record children’s progress effectively Work closely with colleagues, parents and carers to support each child’s learning journey The Ideal Candidate The candidate should hold one of these recognised higher-level qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) Early Years Professional Status (EYPS) Level 6 Early Years (Level 3 candidates will be considered) Commitment to ongoing professional development Demonstrates a caring, patient and positive approach Excellent communication and teamwork skills Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children A kind, reliable team player with a good sense of humour We Offer A supportive and friendly school community