Nursery Teacher

VD Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery recruitment agency is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to provide high-quality care and education in a vibrant nursery. The successful candidate will enhance children’s development while working in a supportive team. This role offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits including up to 45 days paid holiday and excellent training opportunities.

Benefits

35 to 45 days paid holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Performance Bonus

Paid lunch and snacks

Early finish on Fridays

Fully funded training

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of EYFS and children's development.
• Minimum Level 3 in Childcare & Education.
• Experience in safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and activities for children.
• Deliver the EYFS framework in line with nursery policies.
• Observe each child’s progress and report achievements.
• Participate in the key person system for monitoring children.

Skills

Understanding of EYFS

Childcare experience

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 in Childcare & Education

Job description

Work in a stunning, cozy nursery where your well-being comes first. Enjoy great benefits, a work-life balance, and a team that truly values you. Brighten your career in a place that inspires joy every day, making Mondays something you’ll look forward to!

Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Practitioner (Baby Room)

Salary: £25,500 - £29,500 PA + 35 to 45 days paid holidays + free lunch daily!
Location – Kilburn, London NW6
Hours: 40 / week including paid breaks and Early Finish on Fridays at 1.30pm!

You’ll need to be highly committed to providing children with the very best care and education. You’ll also have to be keen to progress and develop your own knowledge and skills and work as part of a team.

The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of EYFS, an understanding of children’s development and have minimum Level 3 in Childcare & Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality care and activities for the children and to recognise both individual and group requirements in a secure, safe and stimulating environment.
• Deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and any other appropriate guidance for young children in accordance with nursery policy and guidelines.
• Observe each child’s progress and report on achievements, looking for progression and continuity alongside the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Participate in the key person system and be responsible for a group of children. Monitor, assess, record and report on their development and progress.
• Work in partnership with parents/carers, recognising that parents are their children’s first educators, and encourage parental involvement in the nursery.
• Assist and attend parents’ meetings and open days.
• Help maintain the safety and security of all children, employees and visitors to the Nursery.
• Help carry out regular assessments to ensure all Nursery Health and Safety procedures are followed.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the children and their surroundings at all times.

Qualifications & Experience

• Level 3 in Childcare & Education or Level 2 with extensive Baby Room experience
• A firm understanding of the EYFS framework
• Experience and knowledge of safeguarding practice

Benefits

• Competitive Salary Package
• 35 to 45 days paid holidays
• 6 Paid Sick Leave
• One extra paid day off for each year of service
• Performance Bonus
• Early finish on Fridays
• Nutritious lunch & snacks provided daily with paid breaks
• Excellent fully funded training
• Bike Scheme

The positions are subject to an Enhanced DBS certificate and references.

Don’t miss this chance to build your Early Years career in a truly outstanding nursery with unbeatable perks, training, and work-life balance — apply today or call 07398 846 041 to get started!