Early Years Practitioner

Buckingham Alliance Partners, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nurturing and vibrant nursery environment where you can make a real difference in children's lives. As an Early Years Practitioner, you will engage children through play, fostering their emotional, social, and educational growth. This full-time position offers a supportive team atmosphere, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to contribute to a warm, home-from-home setting. With a focus on quality care and education, you will help shape the future of young minds in a beautifully designed nursery with exceptional outdoor spaces. Start your rewarding journey today!

Benefits

£500 New Starter Bonus

50% off childcare fees

Company Pension

Bupa Health Care Package

Referral Bonuses

Access to Continuous Training & Development

Extra day annual leave after probation

Qualifications

• Must hold a Full & Relevant Early Years Level 3 or above Qualification.
• Experience working with children in a nursery setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning of the EYFS curriculum and create engaging activities.
• Act as a key person to a small group of children, ensuring their needs are met.
• Participate in team meetings and attend training courses for development.

Skills

Early Years Education

Communication Skills

Child Development

Play-Based Approach

Education

Early Years Level 3 Qualification

Job description

Early Years Practitioner

£26,832 - £28,392 Level 3 + £500 New Starter Bonus

Location: Perivale Children’s Centre, Federal Road, Perivale, Ealing, UB6 7AP.

Position Type: Full-Time, All-Year-Round (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

Are you a passionate, qualified, Early Years Practitioner ready to make a meaningful impact every day? If so, we’d love to welcome you to the Hungry Caterpillar Family - where joy, learning, and development go hand in hand.

About the Role:

As a Nursery Practitioner at Hungry Caterpillars, you’ll play a vital role in delivering exceptional early years education and care. Working as part of a supportive team, you'll create engaging, child-led activities, nurture positive relationships, and ensure a safe, stimulating environment for every child. Whether indoors or out in our exciting gardens, you’ll bring fun, smiles, and curiosity into each day - helping children flourish emotionally, socially, and educationally.

You’ll also have opportunities to grow your skills and career through our strong focus on professional development, training, and internal promotion pathways.

Responsibilities:

·To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance.

·To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session.

·To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met.

·To support meal times within the setting.

·To actively participate at team meetings, supervisor meetings and appraisal meetings.

·To attend training courses as required and to take responsibility for your development.

·To ensure that adequate records are kept and updated regularly.

Why Hungry Caterpillars?

• £500 New Starter Bonus (paid in two instalments)
• 50% off childcare fees from day one
• Company Pension
• Bupa Health Care Package
• Referral Bonuses
• Access to Continuous Training & Development
• Extra day annual leave after probation completion

About Our Nursery:

Our Perivale Nursery, located within the welcoming Children’s Centre, offers a warm, home-from-home environment in a beautifully designed purpose-built setting. We’re proud of our exceptional gardens, which provide endless opportunities for outdoor exploration and connection with nature. Inside, our fully resourced learning spaces are inspired by natural elements, creating a calm and stimulating atmosphere for young minds to grow. Our passionate team of early years professionals engage in ongoing training throughout the year, ensuring every child receives the highest quality care and education - leaving confident, happy, and ready for the adventure ahead.

• Capacity: 20 children (ages 2 to 4 years)
• Toddler/Pre-school Room (2-3 years, 8 places) (3-4 years, 12 places)
• Opening Hours: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm

What We’re Looking For:

• Full & Relevant Early Years Level 3 or above Qualification (essential)
• Previous experience of working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse
• Great communication skills, A sense of humour, A passion for a play based approach.

At Hungry Caterpillars, we invest in your future with opportunities for professional growth and career progression. If you're ready to make a real difference in children's lives and work in an inspiring environment, apply today!

Join our award-winning nursery group and start your next chapter with Hungry Caterpillars!