Early years practitioners

Best Start Recruitment; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Best Start Recruitment is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for a reputable nursery in Barnes, SW London. The role focuses on supporting the learning and development of young children and requires a Level 3 qualification.

The position offers a salary up to £37,000 depending on qualification and experience, with options for 4 days per week (37 hours) or 5 days per week at full-time pay, in a nurturing, family-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years education or equivalent.
• Experience working in a nursery setting.
• Ability to lead a team of practitioners.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Committed to providing a happy, safe learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the teaching of young children in a nursery setting.
• Work as part of a dynamic, dedicated team.
• Create a warm, nurturing atmosphere for children.
• Follow safeguarding and welfare policies.

Skills

Experience in nursery

Level 3 Qualification

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Early years practitioner - Barnes

Barnes, London, ENG

Early Years Practitioner/ ExperiencedPractitioner- Barnes

Salary Up to£37,000depending on qualification and experience

WorkingMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (4 Days Per Week, 37 hours up to £32k and 5 days £37 k)

This is aunique opportunityto workwithin this beautiful and reputable nursery in the leafy town of Barnes, SW London.

The nursery are looking for someone withpreviousexperience, with aLevel 3 Qualificationto support the teaching of the children.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a nursery setting.

More about the nursery:

Dedicated Team

Our team are passionate and long-term team members being with us for 5+ years. Their daily care and devotion are at the heart of Barnes

Access to Local Green Spaces

Located near beautiful green spaces and parks, we offer daily outdoor adventures where children explore, play, and connect with nature. These outings enrich our outdoor activity garden, providing a safe, nurturing environment that fosters growth and joy in every child.

School Time

Open 8am to 6pm, 5 days a week, 50 weeks a year.

As a Nursery Practitioner you will be passionate about working with children, watching them develop under your care and looking to continue your career with a reputable nursery committed to happiness of the children and staff.

They need dynamic, driven and committed individuals with a child centred approach. Must have a minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years education or equivalent, be confident in leading a team of practitioners and have experience working in a similar role.

Other essential qualities: To have excellent written and spoken English, commitment to helping children thrive and get the best start in life, a warm and positive approach, lots of creative ideas and a willingness to work as part of a team.

Salary for this early years practitioner position is Up to £37000.