Early Years Educator

AWD online; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A private day nursery is seeking a dedicated Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner to join their team in Wimbledon. The role involves providing high-quality childcare, ensuring child safety, and supporting development through tailored activities. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification, strong communication skills, and a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. This full-time position offers a salary of £28,000 – £30,000+ per annum based on experience.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification or equivalent.
• Enhanced DBS clearance or willingness to obtain.
• Good standard of written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering activities tailored to each child’s development.
• Acting as a key worker for a group of children.
• Following safeguarding procedures to ensure children's welfare.
• Building relationships with parents and carers.
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety.

Skills

Child Development Support

Team Collaboration

Safeguarding Practice

Parental Engagement

Care Routines

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification or equivalent

Job description

Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner

An exciting and rewarding opportunity for a caring and dedicated Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner to join Wimbledon Day Nursery, supporting children’s learning and development through high-quality childcare, safeguarding, and EYFS-led activities in a nurturing early years environment.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:

• Early Years Educator
• Nursery Assistant
• Childcare Assistant
• Pre-School Practitioner

Salary: £28,000 – £30,000+ per annum (depending on experience)

Location: Wimbledon, South London

Job type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working hours: 40 hours per week on a shift pattern between 7.30am – 6.30pm, Monday to Friday

Job Overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner to join the dedicated and welcoming team at Wimbledon Day Nursery. This role offers the opportunity to work across a range of age groups, supporting children to play, learn and develop in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage.

As an Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner, you will provide high standards of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care, ensuring every child feels safe, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential.

The Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner will work closely with colleagues and parents to meet individual learning and care needs, while maintaining strong safeguarding, health and safety practices throughout the nursery.

About Us

We are a private day nursery for children from 3 months to 5 years with excellent facilities and a team of dedicated professionals.

We offer the opportunity for you to create a fun and positive learning environment for all children in your care. Your development as a practitioner will be our focus and we will help you to be the best you can be.

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Duties

• Child Development Support: Planning and delivering activities tailored to each child’s stage of development and interests
• Key Person Responsibilities: Acting as a key worker for a group of children, maintaining accurate learning and development records
• Safeguarding Practice: Following safeguarding procedures to ensure children’s welfare, safety and wellbeing at all times
• Parental Engagement: Building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with parents and carers
• Team Collaboration: Working effectively with colleagues to support a positive, inclusive nursery environment
• Care Routines: Supporting personal care routines including meal times, toileting, and nappy changing
• Health and Safety: Maintaining high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and safety across the nursery
• Record Keeping: Accurately recording observations, accidents, and relevant information in line with nursery procedures
• Flexibility and Support: Assisting with general nursery duties and attending training, meetings, and events as required

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification or equivalent
• Enhanced DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one
• Good standard of written and spoken English
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting
• Experience acting as a key person for children
• Confidence in building positive relationships with parents and carers

No Agencies Please

How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.