Castle Tots Nursery Nurse Level 3

eTeach UK Limited; Ewell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school is seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner for their Pre-school program starting in September 2025. The ideal candidate will develop strong relationships with children and parents, inspire young learners, and contribute positively to the school’s ethos. Experience with Makaton and understanding of the Early Years Framework is preferred. This is an exciting opportunity to join a motivated team dedicated to early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Framework and Development Matters.
• Ability to work flexibly and within a team.
• Experience with Makaton would be ideal.

Responsibilities

• Develop excellent relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Inspire and motivate children to reach their goals.
• Contribute positively to the school's ethos.

Skills

Relationship building

Creativity

Motivation

Team player

Interpersonal communication

Flexibility

Innovation

Job description

Are you a talented Early Years Practitioner looking for a post to commence in September 2025? This is an exciting opportunity to join a fantastic Pre-school team.

Castle Hill Primary School is seeking an outstanding Nursery Nurse to work in our Castle Tots Provision for children from 3 months to 3 years.

If you are a forward-thinking, dynamic Early Years Practitioner looking for a fantastic career opportunity, we would like to hear from you. Castle Tots is a private Pre-school and part of Castle Hill Academy, a popular two-form entry primary school located in the Royal Borough of Kingston with excellent transport links. Opened in 2017, Castle Tots received an Ofsted rating of Good in 2021. Our practitioners are passionate about providing the best possible provision for our children and are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Nursery Nurses to join us on our journey.

We are looking for someone who:

1. Can develop excellent relationships with children, their parents and carers, and colleagues,
2. Is enthusiastic, creative, and highly motivated,
3. Understands that all children learn in different ways and knows how to support them effectively,
4. Is driven to help all children reach their individual goals,
5. Is committed, flexible, and a good team player,
6. Keen to develop their own expertise, seize opportunities, and share good practices,
7. Is innovative and able to think outside the box,
8. Wants to work alongside a team of highly driven practitioners,
9. Can inspire, motivate, and challenge others (colleagues and children),
10. Has strong knowledge of the Early Years Framework, Development Matters, and Birth to 5,
11. Ideally has some experience with Makaton,
12. Is an excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills and a sense of humor,
13. Is committed to contributing positively to the wider life and ethos of the school.

If this describes you, then we are the place you need to be.