What is the job role?

Are you an experienced and passionate early years teacher ready to take the next step in your career and lead high-quality Nursery provision?

Joseph Cash Primary School is seeking a skilled, reflective and inspiring class teacher to lead our Nursery setting and drive excellence in early years education.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage, particularly Nursery
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of early childhood development and effective early years pedagogy
• Has the confidence and expertise to lead and develop high-quality Nursery provision
• Is committed to ensuring every child thrives, makes progress and feels valued
• Brings creativity, energy and a nurturing approach to the learning environment
• Can support, guide and work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff
• Is reflective and committed to continuous improvement and professional development

What We Offer

At Joseph Cash, we are committed to developing excellent practice and leadership in early years. You will receive:

• The opportunity to lead and shape Nursery provision within a supportive school
• A strong, collaborative team who value innovation and reflection
• Access to high-quality professional development and leadership opportunities
• A culture of coaching, support and continuous improvement
• A warm and inclusive school community dedicated to children’s success and wellbeing

Who are we looking for?

About Us

Joseph Cash Primary is a trauma‑informed school that places relationships and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. Our CARE offer ensures that pupils feel safe, understood and supported so they can thrive academically and emotionally.

Our vision:
To empower and inspire pupils to believe in themselves – flourishing today and always.

We develop pupils who:

• Show resilience
• Try new things
• Never give up
• Understand others
• Make brave choices

Join Us

If you would like to visit and have a tour of the school or would like to find out more about the post, please contact the school Business Manager   mandy.rosamond@josephcash.coventry.sch.uk 

Alternatively, please view our media pages

School Website https://www.josephcashprimary.com

Instagram josephcashprimary

Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing date: Friday 19th May 2026

Interviews: Week beginning 22nd June 2026

Start date September or November 2026.

Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply.  This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.   

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council