Nursery Teacher and EYFS Lead

Wohl Ilford Jewish Primary School, Ilford, Essex, IG6 3HB

9 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  20 May 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  11 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Head of year or phase
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Part time: 5 days per week: 8am to 12pm with additional PPA time, CDP and SLT meetings.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Is a qualified teacher with a genuine passion for EYFS education and a commitment to inspiring young learners.
• Brings positivity, enthusiasm, and creativity to the classroom.
• Can engage and motivate pupils through high-quality teaching and a love of learning.
• Works effectively as part of a team and builds strong relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
• Will lead the EYFS phase, ensuring high standards in teaching, learning and pupil outcomes
• Can provide inspirational leadership as a member of SLT
• Is committed to the Jewish ethos of our school

What the school offers its staff

• A welcoming and inclusive school community rooted in Jewish values
• A warm, nurturing, and collaborative staff team.
• A well-resourced and stimulating learning environment for both pupils and teachers.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership
• Modern EYFS learning environment and resources
• A caring and inclusive school community where everyone is valued.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

WIJPS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate. We may also conduct online searches as part of our safeguarding procedures.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

EYFS Job Description to be advertised.docx - 1.17 MB (opens in new tab)

EYFS Lead Person Specification.docx - 694 KB (opens in new tab)

EYFS Lead Advert.doc - 117 KB (opens in new tab)

About Wohl Ilford Jewish Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Jewish, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 235 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Wohl Ilford Jewish Primary School website
• Email address: angela.mallach@ijpsonline.co.uk
• Phone number: 0208 498 1350
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wohl-ilford-jewish-primary-school

At WIJPS we have created an inclusive, nurturing environment, where pupils have a sense of belonging and a motivation to do their very best.

We have high expectations of all our children, providing each one with opportunities to enjoy success and achievement. Our engaging curriculum fosters a passion for learning and is broad, balanced and relevant to the needs of all learners. We ensure the unique needs and achievements of each child are recognised as we develop their skills, knowledge and understanding of the world around them and we strive to ensure that their time here is both happy and productive.

All members of our school community work to ensure that the school is a positive, challenging and stimulating place to learn that encourages self-respect, respect for others and for the wider community. We believe that working in a close partnership with parents and families enables our children to achieve their full potential, both academically and as global citizens.

Our school promotes a positive commitment to modern Orthodox Judaism and a proud sense of identity with Israel and we provide an inclusive Jewish education that is full of challenge, interest and fun for all pupils, regardless of their own faith or beliefs.

Arranging a visit to Wohl Ilford Jewish Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email angela.mallach@ijpsonline.co.uk.

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