Nursery Practitioner

Raphael Nursery; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off

Sick pay policy

Well-being support

Career progression

Funding for higher level training

Free hot lunches

Pension scheme

Staff fee reduction

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Raphael Nursery in London is seeking a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to provide a safe, nurturing environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. You will contribute to Montessori-inspired activities, language development, and a caring daily routine within a bilingual French nursery group.

We welcome Level 2/3 qualified practitioners and value passion for childcare, teamwork, and strong communication. Join a family-owned setting offering learning support and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification (e.g., CACHE, NVQ or equivalent).
• Previous nursery or early years experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of EYFS framework.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s development and wellbeing.
• Carry out risk assessments and Safeguarding compliance.
• Collaborate with staff in daily activities and room organization.
• Provide high standards of care across physical, emotional, social and intellectual development.
• Promote inclusion for children with additional needs.
• Communicate regularly with parents about progress and concerns.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Communication skills

Teamwork and independence

Patience and creativity

Education

Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nursery Practitioner to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children, fostering their development and ensuring they feel valued and supported.

We are a group of Bilingual French Nurseries in London. We are a family-owned setting with two nurseries currently. In 2021 & 2024, we received the Top 20 London nurseries award. This is a testimony of the quality of our teaching and learning environment for our children.

The nurseries welcome children aged between 3 months and 5 years old and are open 51 weeks a year from 8am to 6pm. We provide a loving culture and creative exploration through the eyes of the child. By building Montessori methods and linguistic arts, we have developed our unique curriculum. As a result, we prepare a child to excel in their foundation years and then move through life with a strong ability to achieve excellence. We are currently looking for a Level 2 or 3 early years qualified nursery practitioner in the team who is passionate about childcare and who can play a key role at this exciting stage of our growing nurseries.

• Excellent rates of pay (based on experience and qualification)
• Birthday off
• Sick pay policy
• Support for well-being
• Support for career progression
• Support for higher level qualifications and fully funded training
• Free wholesome, hot lunches available
• Pension Scheme
• 70% fee reduction for our longstanding employees to take their children in the nursery if space available (minimum 1yr of employment with us)
• Employee assistance programme

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the children's developments and wellbeing.
• Carry out risk assessments throughout the day to ensure the nursery is a safe environment and comply with Safeguarding Procedures.
• Collaborate on the day-to-day running of the nursery supporting the other staff in the room in the running of activities, organisation of the room and working always as a team.
• Ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care and development for all children at Raphael Nursery.
• Assist in promoting equal opportunities and the inclusion of children with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Communicate regularly and positively with parents/guardians, providing updates on their child’s progress and addressing any concerns.

Requirements:

• Qualifications:
• A minimum Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (e.g., CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Experience: Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting is preferred.
• Skills and Attributes:
• A genuine passion for working with young children.
• Good understanding of child development and the EYFS framework.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Patience, creativity, and a caring nature.

If you are enthusiastic about shaping the early years of a child’s life and contributing to a nurturing environment, we would love to hear from you!