Job Description

EYFS Class Teacher (Nursery)

Required for January 2026

St John's, Northwood is seeking to appoint a qualified, passionate class teacher with experience in EYFS. This is a permanent role, commencing January 2026. Applicants with either independent or maintained sector backgrounds are welcomed.

The Role

The role requires the delivery of outstanding teaching and pastoral care to our younger learners. The flexibility and desire to teach different ages from EYFS to KS1 is desirable. However, the role will initially have specific responsibility for a Nursery class. The successful candidate will also offer exceptional pastoral support and facilitate the growth in personal development and confidence of children under their care. All teachers contribute actively to our vibrant co-curricular programme.

Core Objectives

To encourage all pupils to become independent and self-motivated learners To ensure that all pupils develop relevant knowledge, skills and understanding and are prepared for the next stage of their education To model and promote positive values and attitudes and maintain high standards of behaviour To oversee exceptional pastoral care for children

Principal areas of responsibility

Planning and delivery of lessons and activities which are stimulating, fun and appropriately adapted to the needs of all learners. Lessons and learning-through play sessions are well-pitched, adapted to individual needs as required. Children enjoy learning, interacting and being challenged. Effective assessment, monitoring and feedback strategies are used which support pupil progress and personal development. Constructive feedback is shared with parents and carers both in formal consultation evenings and written reports, as well as informally (as appropriate): the teacher is the first line of communication with home. High expectations for pupil behaviour are consistently modelled and effectively managed. School values are promoted. Children are given excellent pastoral support and concerns are dealt with sensitively and recorded effectively and promptly. Information is shared with appropriate senior staff and other agencies, as appropriate. Teachers work independently, and as part of a team. They attend staff meetings, assemblies and review meetings as required. They take pride in the visual appeal of their classrooms and curate appropriate classroom and corridor displays. Teachers contribute actively and regularly to the co-curricular life of the school, participate in the duty rota and trips, and attend occasional weekend and evening activities as required. Teachers are aware of, and work within, statutory requirements relating to teachers' responsibilities. Teachers engage in their own professional development, and reflect, record and develop their professional skills in liaison with their line manager and others where relevant.

The person

This is an exciting opportunity for a well-qualified, imaginative, and committed teacher, passionate about EYFS education. The successful candidate will have strong personal organisation skills and be committed and pro-active. They will be enthusiastic, confident and positive. Experience of teaching in the relevant key stage is essential as is a thorough up-to-date knowledge and experience of the curriculum. Effective written and verbal communication skills are also required. The ability to interact and support children in a positive way to foster their enthusiasm for learning, and to have the skills and maturity required to take on the teaching duties and responsibilities is key. St John's is a family-oriented school which will suit applicants with empathy and understanding of the high aspirations of our demographic, and the patience and skill to nurture relationships with pupils and parents alike. The successful applicant will join a stable team of teachers and have the character and drive to enhance the staff room.

The School

St John's is an independent boys' Pre-Prep and Preparatory School for pupils aged three to thirteen years, with approximately 300 boys on roll. Founded in 1920, the school is owned by the Merchant Taylors' Educational Trust and is situated on a beautiful 35-acre site in Northwood, Middlesex, offering an exceptional environment for teaching and learning.As a school, we are committed to the development of the whole child--intellectually, morally, socially, and physically.

Remuneration

St John's, Northwood has its own salary scale, which is above the Central London Maintained Scale. A salary at the appropriate point on the Teachers' scale will be offered to the successful candidate and will be commensurate with the role, and with experience and qualifications.Lunch, parking and a generous pension package are also offered as part of the package.

To Apply

Please apply in confidence by downloading and completing the online application form and returning to headsea@st-johns.org.uk.

Candidates selected to come to the School for an interview will have further information sent through once selection has taken place.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check for Regulated Activity from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).As an equal opportunities employer,

St John's is committed to the fair and equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds to join our school community.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,578.00-59,796.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you have an appropriate level 6 qualification (either Early Years Teacher Status EYTS, Early Years Professional Status EYPS or Qualified Teacher Status QTS)
Work Location: In person