Nursery Teacher
Early Years Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Part time ● Main Pay scale + Outer London allowance ● Required September 2026
Forest Alliance of Nursery Schools (Church Hill Nursery School)
Are you a passionate Foundation Stage specialist who thrives in the outdoors? Do you believe that "small schools" should mean "big opportunities"?
The Forest Alliance of Nursery Schools is looking for an energetic, committed, and child-focused teacher to join our federation for a maternity cover role. We are a community of two small schools with vast outdoor spaces, where we champion initiative, creativity, and the highest expectations for every child.
The Role
We are seeking a motivated educator to inspire our youngest learners. You will be part of a friendly, supportive staff team dedicated to providing an exceptional start in education.
Key Responsibilities & Focus:
- Early Years Excellence: Delivering high-quality EYFS teaching with a focus on early literacy.
- Forest School Advocacy: Bringing a genuine passion for outdoor learning and nature-based play.
- Inclusive Practice: Supporting a high number of children with SEND, ensuring every child is seen, heard, and supported.
About You
You aren't just looking for a job; you’re looking for a community. We want to hear from you if you have:
- Essential Experience: A proven track record in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
- A Growth Mindset: A strong interest (or a desire to develop expertise) in SEND and inclusive education.
- A Caring Heart: A commitment to the welfare and safeguarding of all pupils.
Why Join Us?
- Supportive Environment: Work within a federation that values staff well-being and collaboration.
- Creative Freedom: Use our expansive outdoor spaces to bring the curriculum to life.
- Meaningful Impact: Play a vital role in an inclusive setting that puts the child at the centre of everything.
Commitment to Safeguarding: We are committed to recruiting with care. The Forest Alliance of Nursery Schools safeguards and promotes the welfare of children; we expect all staff to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure, and references will be sought prior to the interview.
Ready for a new challenge? Apply today to join our Forest Alliance family!
All completed application forms should be returned via email to: admin@fans.waltham.sch.uk
Please ensure supporting statements are a maximum of 1000 words – applications submitted above this will not be considered.
Visits to the school are welcome by appointment, please email Lindsay.read@fans.waltham.sch.uk to arrange.
Further information about the school can be found at web links: www.fans.waltham.sch.uk
Application packs can be obtained from the LBWF website at www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs
Closing date: 15th May 2026
Interviews: w/b 18th May 2026
Equal Opportunities
Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy
How to apply
Application packs can be obtained from the LBWF website at www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs
Email address for return of applications admin@fans.waltham.sch.uk
Web links to any further information www.fans.waltham.sch.uk