Nursery Practitioner

Teach Plus Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Teach Plus Limited is seeking a dedicated Nursery Practitioner in London to start November 2026. The role is term-time only and pays £108–£120 per day, depending on experience.

You will support children in the Nursery, contribute to early development and work closely with the Nursery Teacher and EYFS team. The ideal candidate will have experience in Nursery or Early Years settings, a good understanding of the EYFS framework, and a nurturing, communicative and proactive approach to help children

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable and proactive in a busy classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Support children within the Nursery setting.
• Assist with play-based and practical learning activities.
• Support children's communication, language and social development.
• Encourage independence and positive relationships.
• Work alongside the Nursery Teacher and wider EYFS team.
• Support children with different developmental needs.
• Help maintain a safe, stimulating and well‑organised environment.
• Assist with classroom routines and transitions.
• Observe and communicate children's progress where appropriate.
• Follow safeguarding and school policies.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Strong communication

Teamwork

Reliable

Proactive

Education

EYFS framework understanding

Knowledge of child development

Job description

Nursery Practitioner

Start Date: November 2026

Location: London

Term Time Only

Salary: £108 - £120 per day, depending on experience

About the role and school

Teach Plus are working with a welcoming mainstream primary school that is looking to appoint a dedicated Nursery Practitioner from November 2026.

The school is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Nursery Practitioner to support children within the Nursery setting and contribute to their early development.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will help create a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can develop their communication, confidence, independence and social skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Nursery Practitioner or Early Years professional looking to join a supportive primary school on a term-time-only basis.

Job Responsibilities

• Support children within the Nursery setting
• Assist with play-based and practical learning activities
• Support children's communication, language and social development
• Encourage independence and positive relationships
• Work alongside the Nursery Teacher and wider EYFS team
• Support children with different developmental needs
• Help maintain a safe, stimulating and well‑organised environment
• Assist with classroom routines and transitions
• Observe and communicate children's progress where appropriate
• Follow safeguarding and school policies

Qualifications/Experience

• Previous experience working within a Nursery or Early Years setting
• Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Practitioner or Teaching Assistant experience desirable
• Understanding of the EYFS framework
• Knowledge of child development
• Caring, patient and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and proactive
• Able to support children with a range of needs
• Genuine passion for working with young children

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