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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a compassionate, attentive, and enthusiastic Nursery Teacher to join our early childhood care team. In this role, you will support the daily development, safety, and well-being of infants and toddlers in a nurturing nursery environment. The ideal candidate understands the importance of early childhood experiences and is committed to creating a warm, stimulating, and secure space where young children can grow emotionally, socially, physically, and cognitively.
A Nursery Teacher plays a vital role in shaping a child’s earliest learning journey. You will be responsible for planning age-appropriate activities, encouraging curiosity through play, and supporting the development of communication, motor, and social skills. You will also help establish routines that promote comfort, trust, and healthy habits, including feeding, rest, hygiene, and transitions throughout the day. Patience, empathy, and strong observation skills are essential, as each child develops at their own pace and requires individualized attention.
In addition to direct care and educational support, you will work closely with parents and guardians to share updates on children’s progress, behavior, and daily experiences. Building positive relationships with families is a key part of this role, as open communication helps ensure consistency between home and nursery care. You will also collaborate with fellow educators and support staff to maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that meets regulatory and developmental standards.
The successful candidate should be knowledgeable about child safeguarding, health and safety procedures, and best practices in early years education. You should be comfortable observing developmental milestones, identifying potential concerns, and contributing to a supportive team culture focused on high-quality childcare. Experience with diapering, feeding assistance, sleep supervision, and emotional reassurance for very young children is highly valuable.
This position is ideal for someone who genuinely enjoys working with babies and toddlers and who finds meaning in helping children feel secure, valued, and encouraged every day. A Nursery Teacher must be dependable, calm under pressure, and capable of balancing caregiving responsibilities with structured early learning opportunities. If you are passionate about early childhood development and want to make a positive difference during the most formative years of life, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to children’s growth in a caring and professional setting.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide attentive daily care for infants and toddlers in a safe nursery environment
- Plan and lead age-appropriate learning and play activities
- Support children’s emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development
- Maintain routines for feeding, diapering, hygiene, naps, and transitions
- Observe children’s behavior and developmental progress and document key milestones
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about daily activities and progress
- Ensure the classroom remains clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards
- Promote positive behavior through gentle guidance and encouragement
- Collaborate with colleagues to create an inclusive and nurturing atmosphere
- Follow safeguarding, health, and emergency procedures at all times
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Experience working with infants or toddlers in a nursery or childcare setting
- Knowledge of early childhood development principles and age-appropriate practices
- Ability to create a warm, patient, and supportive environment for young children
- Strong communication skills with children, families, and team members
- Understanding of child safeguarding and health and safety regulations
- Physical ability to lift, carry, and assist young children when needed
- Organizational skills to manage routines, records, and classroom materials
- Relevant childcare or early years education qualification preferred
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have working with infants and toddlers?
- How do you create a safe and nurturing environment for very young children?
- How would you handle a child who is upset or struggling to settle?
- What methods do you use to support early learning through play?
- How do you communicate with parents about a child’s daily progress?
- What steps do you take to maintain hygiene and safety in a nursery setting?
- How do you observe and document developmental milestones?
- Why are you interested in working as a Nursery Teacher?
