Early Years Teacher - September 2026 | East London

Job Description

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

Early Years Teacher - September 2026 | East London (Poplar)

Are you a passionate Early Years Teacher looking for a role where you can truly make an impact? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a warm, nurturing nursery and family centre in East London, part of a well-established charitable organisation dedicated to supporting children and families.

This setting offers something genuinely special - a close-knit, supportive environment where both children and staff are valued, and wellbeing is placed at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

• Early Years Teacher
• Start date: September 2026
• 35 hours per week (9am-5pm, Monday-Friday)
• Term-time only
• Salary: £35,000 per annum
• Leading a small class of around 20 children, supported by a team of experienced practitioners

Why this role stands out

• A truly supportive and welcoming team culture
• Strong emphasis on staff wellbeing - leadership actively prioritises a positive working environment
• Small class size, allowing you to build meaningful relationships and have real impact
• Term-time only, offering an excellent work-life balance
• 11% employer pension contribution
• Access to an Employee Health Plan and Assistance Programme
• Ongoing CPD and career progression opportunities within a wider organisation
• A holistic approach - working not just with children, but supporting families too

Who we're looking for

• A nurturing and enthusiastic Early Years professional
• Holds QTS, EYTS, or a Level 6 qualification
• Passionate about children's emotional wellbeing and development
• Keen to take a lead in shaping a high-quality, engaging EYFS provision
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative, child-centred environment

If you're looking for a role where you can feel valued, supported, and inspired every day, this could be the perfect next step.

Apply now or get in touch to find out more.

Connaught Education is a trading brand of Connaught Resourcing and operates as an Employment Business and an Employment Agency. We are a committed equal opportunities employer who respect and value cultural diversity. We are committed to supporting the welfare of children and young people. xwzovoh In support of current Safeguarding legislation we will carry out background checks and an Enhanced DBS Disclosure as part of our recruitment and selection procedures.