Early Years Educator — Carshalton, Grow & Develop

Randstad UK; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous professional development

Funding for higher qualifications

Job summary

Randstad UK in Carshalton is seeking a Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Educator to join our warm team. The role is full-time and permanent, with hours from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday, in a nurturing setting for children aged 0-5.

Qualified or unqualified applicants are welcome; you will plan activities, support key person responsibilities, observe progress, and maintain learning journals, while communicating with parents. Competitive pay and funded development are offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified applicants must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification (CACHE/NVQ or equivalent).
• Unqualified applicants must have hands-on experience and genuine passion for childhood development.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient demeanour.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality day-to-day care, overseeing routines including snack/mealtimes, personal care, and rest periods.
• Plan and lead engaging indoor and outdoor activities that align with EYFS goals.
• Build strong, reassuring relationships with children and maintain transparent communication with parents and carers.
• Support key person responsibilities, including observing progress, tracking milestones, and updating learning journals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating environment across all nursery rooms.
• Uphold all nursery policies, health and safety protocols, and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong teamwork

Reliable

Patient demeanour

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Childhood Studies (CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent)

Job description

Randstad UK in Carshalton is seeking a Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Educator to join our warm team. The role is full-time and permanent, with hours from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday, in a nurturing setting for children aged 0-5.

Qualified or unqualified applicants are welcome; you will plan activities, support key person responsibilities, observe progress, and maintain learning journals, while communicating with parents. Competitive pay and funded development are offered.