Nursery Teacher

Job Summary

• Contract Type: Please See Advert Text
• Working Pattern: Please see advert text
• Advert Start Date: 07/05/2026
• Advert End Date: 22/05/2026 12:00
• Salary: Main Pay Scale
• Job Category: Schools - Teaching
• Vacancy ID: 296010
• Employment Location: Stockton-on-Tees
• Number of posts: 1
• Closing date: 22 May

Further Information

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Piper Knowle Road, Stockton-On-Tees, TS19 8DE

Principal: Mrs Vicky Galt

Job Title: Nursery Teacher (Fixed term 1 year, in the first instance)
Salary Range: Main Pay Scale
Closing Date: Friday 22 May
Interviews: Friday 5th June
Start date: September 2026

Are you a Nursery Teacher who truly understands how young children learn, grow and thrive?

We are looking for a passionate, knowledgeable early years professional who places child development at the heart of everything they do. This role calls for someone who delights in working with our youngest learners, understands the importance of secure relationships and recognises that every moment—indoors and outdoors—is a learning opportunity.

You will work closely with a dedicated team of practitioners, parents and outside professionals to create a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious environment where children’s individual milestones and goals are carefully supported. Collaboration is central to our approach: strong partnerships with families and external agencies ensure a holistic understanding of each child and enable them to flourish academically, socially and emotionally.

Our academy is part of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], a large and supportive family of successful primary schools based across the North of England. We are situated on a large housing development in the north of Stockton-On-Tees and have a high proportion of children eligible for the Pupil Premium and children with a range of complex and additional needs.

Our school ethos is centred on children achieving well and enjoy their learning, where relationships are at the centre. To achieve this, it is essential that all adults create an atmosphere where all children feel valued and safe, where life chances for all children are improved and where children take with them the ability to form meaningful and caring relationships into their adult life.

We want to hear from Teachers who are motivated and willing to go above and beyond to improve the lives of the children in our care. Excellent knowledge of the Early Years curriculum and child development, outstanding classroom skills, the right motivation, resilience and a willingness to learn are essential criteria for all applicates wanting to join our [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] team.

We are looking for a nursery teacher someone who:

• Has experience in the last two years of teaching in the Early Years;
• Is a person who has a genuine passion for early childhood development;
• Is able to support children to become active, independent thinkers and curious learners;
• Can understand and be sensitive to the needs of every child;
• Is committed to putting the children at the centre of everything you do;
• Is committed to high standards of teaching and classroom practice;
• Will embrace our ethos, vision and values;
• Is able to work effectively as part of a team and establish positive relationships with pupils, parents, governors, and staff;

What we can offer you:

• A school full of wonderful children who make us proud every day;
• A real commitment to the well-being of both children and staff;
• A supportive senior leadership team who are keen to help you succeed.
• We are well resourced, have fantastic facilities and school grounds;
• Great parents that are very supportive of the work that we do here;
• A play-based learning environment where children’s well-being and involvement is paramount;
• Lots of opportunities for personal development;
• A warm and welcoming atmosphere where we value innovation, creative thinking and we are all enthusiastic learners;

Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office on [contact hidden].

Application packs, including the job description and person specification are available to download from the school website - www.harrowgateacademy.org & Trust website Job Vacancies | The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Applications must be received by 12:00 on the closing date. Please email applications to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

The academy is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.