Summary

School name
Westwood Infant and Nursery School
Address
Palmerston Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG16 5JA
School type
Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 7
Education phase
Primary
Age range
2 to 7
Size
63 pupils enrolled
Website address
http://www.westwood.notts.sch.uk (opens in new tab)

About Westwood Infant and Nursery School

We are looking to appoint a part time temporary teacher to work within our small Early Years class.

We are looking for someone who:

Is enthusiastic and passionate about working with children
Has a thorough knowledge of what constitutes good practise in the Early Years.
Has high expectations of achievement and behaviour
Is well organised with a positive attitude
Can communicate effectively with children, parents and staff
Can work effectively as part of a team
Will fully participate in the wider life of the school
Has teaching experience with infant age children including Nursery/Reception.
Has a good knowledge of ICT and is able to utilise these skills within school.
We can offer you:

A supportive environment with professional development opportunities
A warm caring ethos with a friendly supportive working atmosphere
Enthusiastic and well behaved children that are eager to learn
Small class sizes
CPD opportunities
A team approach to work and planning
The vacancy is initially until July 2026, however there is a possibility that this temporary position could be extended for an additional year.

Visits to the school are encouraged, please contact the school office to arrange a suitable time on 01773 783899

The closing date is Monday 23rd February 2026
Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 2nd March 2026
Please return all completed applications via email to headteacher@westwood.notts.sch.uk

Please check out our school website at – Home | Westwood Infant and Nursery School

Our Facebook page – Westwood Infant and Nursery School

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.

Location and map

Palmerston Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG16 5JA

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