Do you want to take on a leadership role in a small, nurturing Early Years setting where each child is supported to achieve their full potential?

Are you a qualified teacher who is passionate about education but frustrated by:

• Large class sizes and high ratios?
• School politics?
• Big bureaucratic systems?

This could be the change you are looking for.

We are seeking an Early Years Teacher who believes that children’s emotional wellbeing is the foundation for lifelong learning.  This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic children’s charity and play a leading role developing an Early Years service that places children’s wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.

 

A little about us

St Francis Nursery and Family Centre, based in Tower Hamlets, offers high quality early education and care for children aged from 9 months – 5 years.  We also provide holistic family support, helping to give all children the best possible start in life.

If you are passionate about helping young children feel safe, confident, and emotionally secure while inspiring a lifelong love of learning, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us nurture happy, resilient learners from the very start.

 

What we are looking for

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced teacher to join our warm and welcoming nursery and help lead and shape our provision. It is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to supporting children’s wellbeing, emotional resilience, and personal development during their most formative years.

You will have:

• A recognised teaching qualification (EYTS or QTS).
• Experience working in private, voluntary, or school-based nursery.
• Experience of supporting children’s emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• A strong understanding of early childhood development.
• Excellent communication skills and a nurturing, patient approach.
• A passion for making a difference to the lives of children and families.

 

Why join us?

The successful candidate will receive an excellent package including:

• Term-time only contract.
• Up to 11% employer pension contribution.
• Access to a staff Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• The opportunity to help lead and shape a growing nursery, with excellent career progression and development opportunities.
• The chance to wake up each morning and feel you are making a difference!

 

Salary: £40,000 – 44,000 per annum (actual salary, term-time only)

Hours: 35 hours per week: 9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday (term-time only)

Location: This role will be based at our Family Centre in Poplar, Tower Hamlets.

Job description: A full job description and person specification can be found here

 

How to apply

Please email recruitment@cathchild.org.uk with:

• Your CV
• A cover letter (maximum two pages of A4) outlining how your skills and experience make you a strong candidate for this role and what motivated you to apply. Please refer to the job description.

 

Key dates

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 13^th May 2026, 9am
INTERVIEW DATE: Friday 22^nd May or Friday 29^th May 2026

 

Further information

St Francis Nursery and Family Centre is operated by the Catholic Children’s Society (CCS), a registered charity. CCS is an inclusive employer and we aim to have a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we service. There is no requirement for our staff to be Catholic and we encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Charity No. 210920

 

Safeguarding

CCS is committed to safer recruitment and maintaining a strong and positive safeguarding culture. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. References from current/past employers will also be sought once an offer has been made.