Early Years Teacher

Early Years Teacher (EYT Qualified Status)

Location: Norwich

Salary: Up to 31000 per annum

Contract/Hours: Permanent Full Time 40 hours per week

Closing date: Midnight on the 1st of May 2026

Benefits:

• Time off to recharge 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Treat yourself Staff discounts portal and Blue Light Card with 15000 retailers
• Childcare Discount A whopping 60% off childcare within our nurseries and out-of-school clubs
• Up to 3 Days Dependency Leave to care for dependents in an emergency
• Paid maternity adoption and paternity leave
• Gain professional qualifications with excellent training/development opportunities
• Salary Finance access to financial advice and the ability to manage savings or loans directly from your salary
• Secure your future Pension with up to 7% employer contribution including life assurance cover

Were thrilled that youre considering a career with Spring. Spare us five minutes and well tell you what you need to know.

About the role

This is a remarkable opportunity for an Early Years Teacher who is committed to raising teaching quality driving curriculum excellence and making a measurable difference in childrens early development.

As the Early Years Teacher at Spring Milecross youll be a key member of the leadership team working closely with the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager and acting as Third in charge when required.

You will take a leading role in shaping high-quality teaching and learning throughout the setting ensuring practice reflects the EYFS embraces creativity and meets the developmental needs of each child.

In this role you will:

• Lead and champion the EYFS curriculum across the nursery.
• Guide and coach practitioners modelling best practice and supporting their professional development.
• Review data trends monitoring outcomes for children including EYPP and SEN.
• Support the Nursery Manager with inspections particularly curriculum and teaching elements.
• Lead your room team to deliver inspiring developmentally appropriate learning opportunities.
• Ensure that learning plans reflect individual needs including children with SEN.
• Maintain high standards of safety wellbeing and inclusive practice.
• Build meaningful relationships with colleagues families and external professionals.

This is an ideal role for a confident knowledgeable practitioner who thrives on influencing practice inspiring others and ensuring every child is given the very best start in life.

What we need from you

Qualifications & Training

• Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) or Early Years Professional Status (EYPS)
• Undergraduate degree (or recognised equivalent)
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
• Paediatric First Aid
• Enhanced DBS

Skills Knowledge & Experience

• Experience working and leading in an early year or school setting
• Deep understanding of the EYFS and early childhood development
• Experience in planning observation and assessment
• Knowledge of SEN approaches and inclusive practice
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to support and mentor colleagues
• Able to maintain Ofsted-level documentation and standards

About the nursery

Spring Milecross is a well-established nursery located at the Norman Community Centre in Good by Ofsted we provide high-quality early years education and care for children aged 3 months to 5 setting offers a nurturing inclusive environment with bright engaging spaces and free-flow access to outdoor play. We pride ourselves on supporting every childs individual development and well-being ensuring all children thrive. As Early Years Teacher your lead a sets the tone for the entire nursery shaping confidence curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

Why Spring Nurseries

Spring offers award-winning childcare services as part of the national charity Action for Children. Its our mission to be the best provider of outstanding quality early education to children throughout the UK that is accessible to all. We are focused on enabling young people to learn have fun and make friends in our bright engaging settings. That starts with creating a happy environment for our team. Join us and you can look forward to:

• A kind caring culture with an emphasis on wellbeing both physical and mental.
• Flexible working wherever possible we offer flexibility on hours and/or hybrid working.
• Lots of opportunities for training learning development including gaining qualifications.
• Excellent benefits that compare favourably to other employers in our sector.

Good luck! We cant wait to hear from you.

Contact: If you need support with your application please contact our Recruitment Team at quoting reference 12958.

Diversity Equality and Inclusion

At Spring were dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within the organisation.

Male staff are also under-represented in the early years sector and we warmly encourage applications from men who are passionate about early education.

We are committed to safer recruitment and all applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding.

Dont meet every single requirement

If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align perfectly with the job description wed love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role or another role within the Action for Children family.

Application Process

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisrole.

There are 5 sections for you to complete - Personal Details CV Supporting Statement & Information Equality & Diversity Submission & Declaration please refer to the JD and Person Specification when applying.

We also want to know what unique qualities you can bring to help us reach our vision for children and families.

Talent Pool:Were sure youve got what it takes to join our ambitious team. If youre unsuccessful this time around wed like to hold your details in case similar jobs come up that you might be better suited for. But feel free to let us know if youd rather we didnt do that.

If you need support with your application please contact our Recruitment Partner

Well be happy to give you any support you require.

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Job Description

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Spring Early Years Career Pathway