**Job Title: EYFS Teacher** **Location: Preston** **Contract: Full-Time, Temp-Perm** **Job Description:** We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Teacher to join our dynamic team in Preston! This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who delights in creating educational and nurturing environments for young children. The suitable candidate will be dedicated to guiding children through their critical early years, fostering their social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. **Key Responsibilities:** - Plan, prepare and deliver engaging and age-appropriate lessons and activities that stimulate learning and meet the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) standards. - Observe, assess, and record each child's progress, ensuring that learning objectives are met. - Communicate effectively with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on their child's development and fostering a collaborative approach to enhancing their learning experience. - Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment that encourages children to explore and learn. - Provide care and supervision, ensuring the welfare and safety of the children at all times. - Work collaboratively with other teaching staff to develop and implement the nursery's curriculum and educational programs. - Attend staff meetings, parent evenings, training sessions, and other professional development activities. - Manage classroom resources and maintain an inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment. - Adhere to all nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, and equal opportunities. **Key Requirements:** - A relevant Early Years qualification (NVQ, CACHE, B.Ed., or equivalent). - Experience in working with young children in a nursery or early years setting. - A thorough understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding practices. - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to engage effectively with children, parents, and colleagues. - Enhanced DBS check clearance. - The ability to work as part of a team and operate with a level of autonomy as needed. - Creativity, patience, and a positive, nurturing attitude towards early childhood education. **Desirable Attributes:** - First Aid certification. - Previous experience in a similar role. - A genuine passion for working with young children and commitment to their development and learning. **Benefits:** - Competitive salary and holiday package. - Supportive and friendly team environment. - Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. - Access to a range of teaching resources and equipment. If you are a dedicated and imaginative individual looking for a fulfilling role in early years education, we would love to hear from you. Join us in our mission to provide an exemplary educational foundation for the children in our care. To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role. **Axcis Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.** <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sara Rodrigues on 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3025.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Sara Rodrigues&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3025</strong></strong>