Nursery Nurse

Step Teachers; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading teacher recruitment agency seeks a passionate Nursery Nurse to enhance children's early learning. The successful candidate will create a nurturing, stimulating environment aligned with the EYFS framework, fostering personal and emotional development. Join a supportive team committed to educational excellence in London.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Physical and emotional well-being services

£100 Amazon voucher for referrals

Qualifications

• Experience working in a nursery or early years setting is preferred.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
• Good knowledge of EYFS framework and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and learning experiences for children.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities.
• Observe, assess, and record child progress and development.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Nurturing

Patience

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years Education

Job description

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Nurse to join a friendly and supportive early years team. The successful candidate will help create a warm, safe and stimulating environment where every child can learn, develop and thrive. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as a Nursery Nurse:

• Provide high-quality care and learning experiences for children.

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

• Observe, assess and record each child’s progress and development.

• Support children’s personal, social and emotional development.

• Build positive relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues.

• Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment at all times.

• Promote the safeguarding and welfare of all children.

Ideal Nursery Nurse:

• A recognised Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years Education (e.g. NVQ Level 3, CACHE Diploma, or equivalent).

• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting.

• Good knowledge of the EYFS framework and statutory requirements.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills as a Nursery Nurse.

• A nurturing, patient and adaptable approach to working with young children.

• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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