Nursery Practitioner

The Learning Experience; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Holiday allowance

Overtime paid

Staff childcare discount

Medical cashback

Life insurance

AVIVA pension

PerkBox discounts

Modern nursery spaces

Funded qualifications

CPD & leadership

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Balham, London is seeking an experienced and qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our welcoming team. You will plan and deliver activities that support children’s development, create a safe and stimulating EYFS-aligned environment, and track milestones while building strong relationships with families.

We value ongoing professional growth and provide funded qualifications, CPD opportunities, and a supportive, modern setting that encourages learning, play, and growth

Qualifications

• A full & relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
• Experience in an early years setting (Nursery Nurse, Practitioner, Early Years Educator, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child protection
• A passion for early childhood education and commitment to excellence

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver activities that support children’s development
• Create a safe, nurturing, stimulating environment in line with EYFS
• Track and celebrate developmental milestones
• Build positive relationships with families
• Work with colleagues to maintain high standards of care
• Follow safeguarding and child protection policies

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding awareness

Child development

Team collaboration

Passion for early childhood education

Education

Level 2 EY qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner – Balham

Salary: Up to £31,782 per year (dependent on qualifications & experience)

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Location: Balham, London

Eligibility: The successful candidate must have the legal right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment. Please note that this role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our welcoming Balham team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive nursery where children are encouraged to learn, play, and grow in a safe, engaging environment.

Why Join Us?

We Invest In Our People And Offer

• Competitive salary
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Paid overtime, sick days, and birthday leave
• Staff childcare discount
• Medical cashback plan (covering you & up to 4 children)
• Life insurance & AVIVA pension scheme
• PerkBox membership with exclusive discounts & wellness perks
• Modern, purpose-built nursery spaces
• Funded qualifications, CPD & leadership pathways

Your Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, You Will

• Plan and deliver activities that support children’s development
• Create a safe, nurturing, stimulating environment in line with EYFS
• Track and celebrate developmental milestones
• Build positive relationships with families
• Work with colleagues to maintain high standards of care
• Follow safeguarding and child protection policies

About You

We are seeking someone who has:

• A full & relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
• Experience in an early years setting (Nursery Nurse, Practitioner, Early Years Educator, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child protection
• A passion for early childhood education and commitment to excellence

Why This Role?

This is a chance to make a real difference in children’s early years while developing your career in a supportive, modern setting. We provide structured training, funded qualifications, and clear progression opportunities.

If you’re dedicated, caring, and ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.