Early Years Lead

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference KS/69YBKJ_1763724709
Closing date December 21, 2025
Location North London, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Nursery Teacher / Early Years Lead - Islington

Location: Islington, London School Type: Small, One Form Entry Catholic Primary School Start Date: September 2025 Salary: Main Pay Scale (depending on experience) Posted by: Veritas Education

Veritas Education are delighted to be working with a warm and welcoming one form entry Catholic primary school in Islington, seeking an experienced and passionate Nursery Teacher / Early Years Lead to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated practitioner who is committed to nurturing the development and learning of young children in a supportive, values-driven environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will lead the Nursery provision and take responsibility for planning, delivering, and monitoring high-quality early years education. As the Early Years Lead, you will play a key role in shaping the EYFS curriculum, supporting staff and children, and ensuring that every pupil thrives academically, socially, and spiritually.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver stimulating, creative, and child-centred lessons across the Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception).
  • Lead the Early Years setting, providing guidance and support to teaching assistants.
  • Monitor and assess children's development, adapting learning experiences to meet individual needs.
  • Promote the school's Catholic ethos through nurturing pastoral care and inclusive practice.
  • Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the wider school community.
  • Ensure the Nursery environment is safe, welcoming, and inspiring for young learners.

    • The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in Early Years teaching.
  • Proven experience leading or coordinating an EYFS setting (preferred).
  • A deep understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
  • The ability to create an inclusive, nurturing and engaging learning environment.
  • A commitment to supporting children's spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development in line with Catholic values.

    • About the School

    This is a small, close-knit Catholic primary school, proud of its strong sense of community and focus on high-quality education. Staff describe it as supportive, friendly, and a place where innovation, creativity, and pastoral care are highly valued.

    How to Apply

    If you are a passionate Early Years practitioner looking for a leadership role in a caring and inspiring school, we would love to hear from you.

    Please apply with your CV or contact Veritas Education for more information or to arrange a visit.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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