Nursery Teacher | Watford | January 2026
Are you an experienced and caring Nursery Teacher looking for a role from January 2026? Do you want to lead early-years practice in a nurturing Watford setting?
Wayman Education is recruiting a committed Nursery Teacher for a popular primary school in Watford. The Nursery Teacher will lead high-quality nursery provision, develop stimulating indoor and outdoor environments, and work closely with families to support children’s early development. The Nursery Teacher will also ensure accurate observations inform planning and that smooth transitions into Reception are carefully managed.
The successful Nursery Teacher will join a warm team and benefit from strong professional development and excellent early-years facilities in Watford. Induction activities will take place ahead of January 2026, enabling the Nursery Teacher to prepare for a successful spring term start.
Responsibilities
- Lead play-based sessions that develop communication, physical and personal skills.
- Observe children’s learning, keep learning records and use evidence to inform planning.
- Support families, lead transition activities and work with the Reception team to ensure continuity.
- Manage daily routines, safeguarding procedures and collaborative planning with colleagues.
- Contribute to the school’s wider EYFS strategy and improvement priorities.
Person specification
- Relevant early-years qualifications and experience leading nursery provision.
- Strong assessment, observation and planning skills.
- Warm, organised and responsive practitioner ready to start January 2026.
- Comfortable working in Watford and engaging with the local community.
This Nursery Teacher role offers the chance to make a real difference in the earliest years of children’s learning in Watford. The post will begin January 2026 and the school welcomes applications from skilled nursery practitioners.
To be considered for this Nursery Teacher position, please forward a CV as soon as possible.