Nursery Nurse

Supply Desk; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Job summary

Supply Desk is recruiting a Nursery Nurse for a welcoming nursery setting in Hayes, starting January 2027. You will support children’s learning and development through play-based activities and help create a safe, stimulating environment.

We welcome qualified Nursery Nurses, Level 2/3 Early Years Practitioners, experienced Nursery Assistants and graduates in childcare. Strong communication, patience and enthusiasm are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Qualified Nursery Nurse or Level 2/3 Early Years Practitioner.
• Experience in nursery or early years settings desirable.
• Excellent communication, patience and genuine passion for child development.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children's learning and development through play-based activities.
• Helping to plan and deliver fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities.
• Creating a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.
• Supporting children's communication, social and emotional development.
• Observing and recording children's progress and development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting independence.
• Supporting children's daily routines, including mealtimes and personal care.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Enthusiasm

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Nursery Nurse

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Experienced Nursery Assistant

Job description

Nursery Nurse

Hayes, London Borough of Hillingdon Full Time / Part Time Fixed Term Contract / Permanent January 2027 Start

Are you passionate about working with young children and helping them develop, learn and grow? Do you have a caring, patient and nurturing approach with a genuine interest in early years education?

Supply Desk is currently recruiting an enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Nurse to join a welcoming nursery setting in the Hayes area, starting in January 2027.

The setting is looking for a caring and proactive individual who can support children's learning and development, helping to create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment.

Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting is desirable, and candidates with relevant childcare qualifications and a passion for working with young children are encouraged to apply.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children with their learning and development through play-based activities.
• Helping to plan and deliver fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities.
• Creating a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.
• Supporting children's communication, social and emotional development.
• Observing and recording children's progress and development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting independence.
• Supporting children's daily routines, including mealtimes and personal care.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety procedures are followed at all times.

Who would be suitable for this role?

We welcome applications from:

• Qualified Nursery Nurses.
• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioners.
• Experienced Nursery Assistants.
• Childcare and Early Years graduates.
• Individuals with previous experience working with children aged 0 5.
• Candidates with experience in nursery, preschool or early years settings.

You will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills, patience, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for supporting children's early development.

Supply Desk can offer you:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme.
• Out-of-hours on-call service.
• Day-to-day and long-term assignments.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Pension contribution scheme.

Supply Desk is working in partnership with schools and early years settings across the local area and has a wide range of opportunities available. We are committed to finding the right role for the right candidate and supporting you every step of the way.

Due to the overwhelming response to online advertising, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.