Early Years Practitioner

RUSKIN HOUSE NURSERY; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £31,185

Full-time 40-hour contracts

Annual salary reviews

Discounted childcare

Free lunch during working day

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and wellbeing support

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Career progression across Inspired-LG

Welcoming, supportive team

Nurturing nursery in Herne Hill

Job summary

Ruskin House Nursery in Herne Hill, London is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join a supportive team and deliver high-quality care and EYFS learning, helping children build confidence and curiosity.

We require a Level 2/3 EY qualification, nursery experience, and strong communication and teamwork. We offer full-time 40-hour contracts or 4-day-per-week options, with salary up to £31,185 and ongoing training across Inspired Learning Group.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (DfE-approved).
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS, child development and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Caring, enthusiastic and positive approach to early years education.
• Ability to build warm, trusting relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Willingness to learn, develop and contribute positively to the nursery team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide engaging, play-based learning experiences reflecting individual children’s interests and development stages.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported.
• Observe, assess and celebrate children’s progress using EYFS to plan next steps.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents and carers and work in partnership to support development.
• Support children’s communication, confidence and wellbeing through nurturing practice.
• Encourage learning through indoor and outdoor experiences and exploration.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and professionalism.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of your room and contribute to the wider nursery team.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Caring and enthusiastic

Ability to build relationships

Willingness to learn

Education

DfE-approved Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Ruskin House Nursery | Herne Hill, London (SE24)

Permanent | Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week | 4-Day-Per-Week Contracts Available | Up to £31,185 per annum (DOE)

Looking for a nursery where you can make a real difference while being part of a supportive and welcoming team?

At Ruskin House Nursery, we believe that exceptional Early Years education starts with exceptional people. We're passionate about creating a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, confident and excited to learn—and where our team feels valued, supported and encouraged to develop.

Located in the heart of Herne Hill, Ruskin House Nursery provides a caring and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover and learn through play. Our dedicated team is committed to getting to know every child as an individual and creating experiences that help them build confidence, independence and a love of learning. As part of Inspired Learning Group, you'll enjoy the close-knit feel of a friendly nursery while benefiting from the training, support and career progression opportunities available across our wider family of independent schools and nurseries.

We're looking for a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner with a minimum Level 2 Early Years qualification to join our friendly and dedicated team. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or looking to take the next step in your Early Years career, we'd love to hear from you.

We can offer either a full-time 40-hour contract or a 4-day-per-week contract, giving you some flexibility around your working week.

What you’ll be doing

As an Early Years Practitioner, you’ll play an important role in providing high-quality care and education, helping every child develop the confidence, independence and curiosity they need to thrive.

You’ll:

• Plan and provide engaging, play-based learning experiences that reflect children’s individual interests, needs and stages of development.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to explore.
• Observe, assess and celebrate children’s progress, using your knowledge of the EYFS to plan meaningful next steps.
• Build strong and positive relationships with children, parents and carers, working in partnership to support every child’s development.
• Support children’s communication, confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing through responsive and nurturing practice.
• Encourage learning through both indoor and outdoor experiences, giving children plenty of opportunities to explore, investigate and discover.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care, learning and professionalism across the nursery.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of your room and contribute positively to the wider nursery team.
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and children’s wellbeing remain at the heart of everything you do.
• Contribute ideas and enthusiasm to help continually develop and improve the experiences we provide for children and families.

We’re looking for someone who has:

• A DfE-approved Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
• Previous experience working in a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS, child development and safeguarding.
• A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for providing high-quality Early Years education and care.
• The ability to build warm, trusting relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• A willingness to learn, develop and contribute positively to the nursery team.

Why join Ruskin House Nursery?

We believe that when our people feel supported and valued, children benefit too. That’s why we invest in our team and create opportunities for everyone to grow.

We offer:

• Salary up to £31,185 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Full-time 40-hour contracts or 4-day-per-week contracts.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Discounted childcare.
• Free lunch during your working day.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Career progression opportunities across Inspired Learning Group.
• A welcoming, experienced and supportive team.
• The opportunity to work in a nurturing nursery in the heart of Herne Hill where children are genuinely at the centre of everything we do.

For more information, please contact Danielle on 07542 605096 or [e-mail].

Safeguarding Statement

Ruskin House Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance, identity, qualification and employment checks, including exploration of any gaps in employment and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.