Nursery Nurse

Kindred Education Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing nursery group in Essex is seeking individuals with a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare. The role involves providing a safe and stimulating environment for children while maintaining records and building relationships with parents. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible working, and a supportive atmosphere for professional growth. Join the Kindred family to make a meaningful difference in children's lives while enjoying generous benefits including paid leave and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Birthday Off

6 fully paid sick days

Cashback Healthcare Plan

Retail Discounts

Recognition & Reward

50% Childcare Discount

24/7 Virtual GP Access

24/7 Counselling Support

Discounted gym Membership

Personal Financial Advisor Access

Pension Discovery

Learning platform Access

Qualifications

• A commitment to ongoing professional development in early years education.
• A positive attitude towards problem-solving and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to provide care and support for children.
• Maintain accurate records and implement engaging activities for children.
• Build relationships with Key Children and communicate with parents.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Job description

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team and provide a home from home environment for all children.
• Keep and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Model best practice in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Support the Room Leader to ensure the highest standards of Early Years care and Education across the setting.
• Use a friendly approach with parents and carers, children, and colleagues.
• Provide a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for the children to learn, play, explore and develop.
• Maintain a homely environment for all children, which is clean and organised.
• Implement interesting and inspiring activities for children to learn through play.
• Build relationships with Key Children, record their interests and achievements through observations.
• Be always available for your Key Children, having a responsibility for your children's care and development.
• Communicate with parents/carers through our Satchel app, face to face meetings or report writing.
• Ensure that you understand and follow company Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications

• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (if applying for a qualified role).
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with best practices in early years education.
• A positive, can‑do attitude towards problem solving.

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in an Early Years setting.
• Current paediatric first‑aid certificate.
• Safeguarding and child protection training (although full training will be given).
• Current food hygiene certificate.

About Kindred

At Kindred, we're more than a nursery group - we're a family. We believe work should be more than just a job - it should be a place where you feel valued, supported, and inspired every day. Our nurseries are built on strong relationships, teamwork, and a genuine sense of belonging.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: £12.21-£12.75 per hour (£26,200 - £27,667.20 full time equivalent salary for 40 hours per week all year round)

Benefits: Birthday Off, 6 fully paid sick days, Cashback, Healthcare Plan, Retail Discounts, Recognition & Reward, 50 % Childcare Discount, 24/7 Virtual GP Access, 24/7 Counselling Support, Discounted gym Membership, Personal Financial Advisor Access, Pension Discovery, Learning platform Access.

Recruitment Process

Interviews: Rolling interviews. Expected Start Date: ASAP.

Our process includes: A video interview followed by a face‑to‑face interview with a stay and play at the nursery 'Stay and Play' session to observe you working with children.

Additional Information

Join the Kindred Family – A Place to Grow, Thrive, and Make a Difference. Competitive Pay & Benefits – We regularly benchmark our salaries and offer generous benefits including bonuses, pensions, and paid leave. Award‑Winning Family – Join a company that values recognition, personal growth, and team success.

• Fully supervised.
• Background checks, References, DBS, Qualification Verification will be carried out in accordance with our Safer Recruitment Policy.
• Ready to Start Your Kindred Journey?