Nursery Teacher
Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 6RH31 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
1 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
31 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916- £51,048
Pay scale
- TMS to UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
Due to the well-deserved retirement of our exceptional current Nursery teacher, the Governors of Rudyard Kipling Primary School and Nursery wish to appoint an experienced and passionate Nursery teacher. The successful candidate will be dedicated to nurturing young learners through a continuous provision approach and value the rich opportunities that outdoor learning provides.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced and qualified EYFS teacher who will:
- Lead learning in our Nursery, creating a warm, structured and language rich environment
- Plan and deliver a dynamic curriculum that reflects the DfE’s ‘Strong Foundations’ principles
- Build trusting, positive relationships with children and their families, creating a welcoming and supportive environment
- Confidently observe and record children’s development to inform planning and targeted support
- Create a stimulating, inviting learning environment that fosters curiosity, exploration and a love of learning
- Understand nursery admission practices to support smooth transitions for children and families
- Communicate positively and effectively with children, parents, colleagues, and external professionals, working proactively with the Inclusion Team and other agencies
- Inspire and instil key learning behaviours from the start of the academic year, setting a strong foundation for success
- Be an enthusiastic educator who engages and motivates young minds with creativity and energy
- Hold high expectations for all pupils, delivering purposeful lessons that ensure excellent progress
- Embrace continuous professional development to refine and enhance teaching practice
- Use a broad range of adaptive teaching strategies, including outdoor learning, to challenge and support every child
- Celebrate each child’s individuality and tailor teaching to meet their specific needs
- Embed a nurturing philosophy and contribute positively as a collaborative team member
- Establish positive relationships and work with other nurseries, including Kipling Lions
Work closely with the EYFS lead to ensure strong transition from Nursery to Reception
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
- A supportive induction process to help you settle in confidently
- A vibrant and welcoming Nursery setting-including a two-year-old room-enriched by an inviting outdoor environment that inspires learning and exploration
- Excellent opportunities for ongoing professional development to enhance and refine your teaching practice
- A nurturing school culture where care and support are at the heart of everything we do
- A friendly, dedicated and collaborative staff team committed to making a difference
- Wonderful children who are proud, respectful and eager to learn
- Access to amazing school grounds, including our own magical Forest School
Further information about the job
Our school is committed to inclusion and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The school expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Please note that we do not accept a Curriculum Vitae as a form of application. The job pack and application form are available to download from http://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs. Alternatively, please email jamesstanley@kipling.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. If you would like to have a tour of the school to find out more, please contact the School Office to arrange a mutually convenient time.
Tour dates and times: Wednesday 22nd April at 4:30pm; Monday 27th April at 11:00am
Closing date: Friday 1st May at 9:00am
Interview date: Wednesday 6th May 2026
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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.
About Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 336 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery website
- Email address
- jamesstanley@kipling.brighton-hove.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01273303328
We are a two-form entry primary school in Woodingdean, Brighton, with a friendly, diverse, and inclusive community where nurture is at the heart of everything we do.
Arranging a visit to Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jamesstanley@kipling.brighton-hove.sch.uk.
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