Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking Nursery Practitioners and Early Years Assistants to support nursery and Reception settings across Greenwich, Greenwich area and surrounding towns.

Role involves supporting learning through play, assisting with language development, and helping deliver EYFS-aligned activities. Typical hours are 8:00am-4:00pm with flexible/long-term daily supply options. Competitive daily pay £95-£120 depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 0-5.
• Level 2/3 Early Years qualifications; higher rates for qualified practitioners.
• Understanding of EYFS and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning through play-based activities.
• Assist with early communication, language and social development.
• Help deliver activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Support daily routines, including snack times, outdoor play and personal care.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.

Skills

Childcare experience

Caring personality

EYFS understanding

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualifications

Job description

Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Assistant - Greenwich

Location: Greenwich, Thamesmead, Woolwich and surrounding areas

Pay: £95-£120 per day, depending on qualifications and experience

Hours: Typically 8:00am-4:00pm, with part-time opportunities

Contract: Daily Supply / Flexible / Long-Term

Love working with young children and helping them take their first steps in learning?

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting Nursery Practitioners and Early Years Assistants to support nursery and Reception settings across Greenwich.

Your Responsibilities:

• Support children's learning through play-based activities.
• Assist with early communication, language and social development.
• Help deliver activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Support daily routines, including snack times, outdoor play and personal care.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children aged 0-5.
• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualifications are desirable, with higher rates potentially available for qualified practitioners.
• Understanding of EYFS and safeguarding practices.
• A caring, enthusiastic and proactive personality.

Why Work With Tradewind?

• Choose days that suit your schedule, gain experience across different Early Years settings and benefit from free professional development opportunities.