Job reference
EYT EK_1759903214
Company Name
Salary
£120 - £150 per day + Weekly Pay / PAYE / Pension / CPD
Location
Canterbury
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Contract | Full Time
Job start date
27/10/2025
Posted date
08/10/2025
Closing date
29/10/2025
Early Years Teacher East Kent
Location: East Kent - including Canterbury, Thanet, Dover, Whitstable/Herne Bay, Folkestone, and Hythe
Agency: Academics, Canterbury
Academics in Canterbury are seeking caring and passionate Early Years Teachers to join our partner schools and nurseries across East Kent. We have exciting opportunities for dedicated practitioners who are committed to giving children the very best start to their education.
Why Academics?
We're proud to be a local education agency with a personal approach. By visiting our schools and teachers in person, we build strong relationships to ensure every educator is perfectly matched to the right setting.
What you'll do as an Early Years Teacher:
* Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences following the EYFS framework
* Create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where every child can thrive
* Support children's personal, social, and emotional development
* Work collaboratively with support staff and parents to ensure each child's individual needs are met
* Observe, assess, and record children's progress to inform future planning
What we're looking for in an Early Years Teacher:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS)
* Experience working within Early Years or Foundation Stage
* A caring, patient, and creative approach to teaching and learning
* Strong communication and classroom management skills
* An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Apply Today
If you're a dedicated Early Years Teacher ready to make a real difference in the lives of young learners across East Kent, we'd love to hear from you.