Nursery Practitioner

Capital City College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye tests

Flu vaccinations

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Capital City College in London is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to plan, deliver and evaluate activities for children within the Early Years Foundation Stage. You will observe development, act as a key person for a group, and ensure safeguarding policies are followed.

You’ll partner with parents to respect diverse backgrounds and support each child’s learning journey. The role is term-time only (37 weeks/year), 35 hours/week, permanent.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Clear and professional communication with parents and colleagues.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise, deliver and evaluate activities for children within the EYFS.
• Observe and support children’s development to help each reach their potential.
• Be a key person for a group of children to support and extend learning within EYFS.
• Follow safeguarding policies to ensure children’s safety.
• Work with parents and respect diverse backgrounds and family structures.

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Make a Meaningful Impact Behind the Scenes at Capital City College

Are you ready to make an impact at one of London’s leading Further Education providers? Capital City College is looking for a skilled Nursery Practitioner to support and drive key operational functions, helping shape the future of education in the heart of London.

About the Role

This role is offered on a term-time only (37 weeks per year), 35 hours per week, permanent basis.

• To plan, organise, deliver and evaluate activities and learning experiences for children within the Early Years Foundation Stage in partnership with parents.
• To observe and support children’s all-round development, enabling each child to reach their full potential.
• To be a key person for a group of children, to support and extend their learning within the EYFS.
• To work within all Capital City College nurseries Child Protection and Safeguarding policies and procedures, to ensure children are kept safe.
• To work in partnership with parents and value and respect the differing cultures, ethnic backgrounds and household structures of the families and the children within our nurseries.

About the Team

You will join a friendly, professional team committed to delivering high-quality support across the college. Working together, you’ll help create a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.

You will be joining a dynamic and supportive team of 11 colleagues who are committed to excellence. The team has a strong collaborative culture, sharing best practice and innovative approaches.

About You

We’re looking for a reliable and motivated individual who takes pride in delivering excellent service. You should bring:

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and efficiency
• Clear and professional communication skills
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt
• A minimum of a level 3 childcare qualification, which is equivalent to an NVQ Level 3 childcare qualification
• Most importantly, you’ll be ready to make a positive contribution to our college community.

About Us

Capital City College (CCC), one of the UK’s largest FE colleges in London. This influential group supports over 35,000 students based across 12 London campuses annually to develop the skills and knowledge to advance their career prospects or progress into higher education. This is done by an unrelenting commitment to curriculum innovation and an obsession with the quality of the student experience, which is underpinned by a resilient and prudent approach to financial management.

Capital City College are widely recognised for their commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and educational excellence, positively impacting the lives of students across the capital and beyond.

Why Join Capital City College

Benefits

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to TELLUS – our discount and wellbeing platform
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme
• Interest‑free season ticket loans for public transport
• Annual eye tests and contributions towards spectacles
• Flu vaccinations and access to occupational health services
• Medicash health plans – including cashback on everyday medical expenses and wellbeing tools for you and your family
• Generous annual leave entitlement, including one Relaxation Day per year
• Five Continuous Professional Development (CPD) days which can be used for your professional development

Our Commitment to Equality and Safeguarding

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe and respectful working environment for everyone.

CCC is committed to the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. All roles require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check — with some positions requiring an Enhanced Disclosure.

Our Values

To create a future that’s uniquely yours. As the largest further and higher education college in London, we offer the quality you deserve, state of the art facilities and a wide range of courses as unique as your interests and aptitude. Through partnerships with industry and academia, we open doors to your real‑world success.

Studying at our campuses isn’t just about good grades. It’s being part of a community within a community, that reflects the diversity and vibrancy of London itself. Where every background and perspective are celebrated, and everyone feels they belong.

As teachers and staff, we’re all driven by you –getting to know you, helping you feel valued, and giving you hands‑on support every step of the way. Whether you’re a creative spirit, a tech whiz, or a business mastermind, together we’ll create a future that’s uniquely yours.

Real‑life learning: Practical and personal, we provide valuable skills and knowledge that you can apply in the real world.

Connected community

Welcoming and open‑minded, we create a community of people and businesses where you feel valued, supported, and confident to grow.

Expanded horizons

Innovating and inspiring, we help you become and achieve more than you thought was possible.