Early Years Teacher

Early Years Teacher – Inspire & Nurture in a Dynamic Lewisham School

Step into a pivotal role as an Early Years Teacher in one of Lewisham’s most forward-thinking primary schools, where your creativity and expertise will ignite early passions and shape eager minds. This is a standout opportunity for an innovative, energised Early Years Teacher to make an indelible mark from the very start of a child’s educational journey. Join a talented team committed to fostering excellence and cultivating an environment where every young learner’s potential takes flight. The school seeks an ambitious, nurturing, and driven Early Years Teacher ready to make a transformative impact from day one.
Experience world-class professional growth in a vibrant, values-led setting where curiosity and achievement are celebrated daily. As an Early Years Teacher here, you’ll benefit from exceptional mentorship, access to cutting-edge resources, and continuous opportunities for career advancement. The school’s Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ provision is matched only by the ambition of its staff and student community. Take your teaching to the next level with inspirational colleagues, extensive CPD, and the freedom to develop your own practice.
Key Highlights:

Early Years Teacher role with outstanding autonomy and responsibility
Up to £220 Per Day DOE
Located in the heart of Lewisham – excellent transport links
Ofsted graded Good with Outstanding features
CPD at every career stage, from ECTs to experienced teachers
Purpose-built indoor and outdoor learning environments
Ideal for UK-trained, creative Early Years Teachers ready for accelerated impact
Tech-enabled classrooms and bespoke early years resources

What You'll Be Doing:

Leading dynamic EYFS learning, inspiring all abilities in a supportive space
Designing and delivering imaginative, child-centred curriculum plans
Creating a nurturing classroom culture of exploration, enquiry and joy
Building foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills
Harnessing innovative resources to unlock every child’s unique potential
Collaborating closely with EYFS specialists, SEN teams and families
Assessing, tracking and celebrating children’s rapid progress

Ideal Early Years Teacher for this Lewisham School:

UK-trained Early Years Teacher with QTS (or on track for award)
Excellent or Outstanding graded classroom references
Confident, reflective, and impact-driven practice
Open to exceptional ECTs as well as experienced practitioners
Passion for Early Years pedagogy and child-centred learning
Sets high expectations for children and self; unafraid to innovate
Ready to contribute to a dynamic, high-performing team culture

Why Join This Lewisham School?:

Strong, supportive leadership and mentoring at every stage
Professional development tailored to your ambitions
Warm, diverse, and highly engaged parent community
Rich CPD, frequent peer-collaboration, and national conferences
Outstanding facilities tailored for hands-on and outdoor learning
Opportunity to champion best practice in Early Years across the school
Culture of collegiality and high achievement, where your voice matters

Join a Lewisham school defined by its courage to innovate and passion for lifelong learning. This is your chance to thrive as an Early Years Teacher, surrounded by expert colleagues and limitless possibilities. Applications are invited from exceptional educators ready to make their next purposeful move – interviews for this Early Years Teacher role begin soon. Act now to secure your future and theirs.
How to Apply

Ready to inspire young minds in Lewisham? Don’t wait—these Primary and Early Years teaching posts are being snapped up fast! Submit your application right away to secure your chance, as interviews are already being scheduled for outstanding candidates.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Inner London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!