Primary or nursery education teaching professional - job market

As a primary or nursery education teaching professional, often called a primary or nursery teacher, you’ll use your passion for learning and communication skills to educate children and contribute to their mental, social and emotional development. Here you can find out more about a career in this field, what it involves and what you’ll need to study and do to get a role.

See what opportunities are out there below.

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Who are the top employers of nursery teachers?

Most job opportunities in this field are through state-funded schools and nurseries.

You could be employed by:
  • Community schools
  • Foundation schools
  • Voluntary schools
  • Free schools
  • Academy schools
  • Grammar schools
  • Independent (private) schools

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