Senior Nursery Practitioner

Nexter Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Greater London is seeking a dedicated Senior Practitioner to join their team. In this role, you will work closely with the Room Lead and Nursery Manager to oversee the daily operations of your room, planning engaging activities and mentoring junior colleagues. You should have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and at least 3 years of post-qualification experience. This position offers competitive salary and supportive management with career development opportunities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Regular training and upskilling

Well-resourced nursery environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience post-qualification.
• Experience in a role model position for best practice in early years.
• Willingness to obtain Food Hygiene certificates.

Responsibilities

• Help oversee the daily running of your room.
• Plan engaging, child-led activities.
• Mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Excellent communication and organisation skills

Confident in supporting and motivating a small team

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and EYFS requirements

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Tools

Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene certificates

Job description

We’re supporting a wonderful private nursery that’s dedicated to providing high-quality early years education and care.

As a Senior Practitioner, you’ll work closely with your Room Lead and the Nursery Manager to help oversee the daily running of your room . You’ll plan engaging, child-led activities, support the team with clear direction and encouragement, and ensure every child’s needs are met in a safe, happy and stimulating environment.

You’ll be a role model for best practice—balancing care, creativity, and professionalism—and helping to mentor junior colleagues as part of a strong and passionate early years team.

Requirements

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum)
• At least 3 years’ experience post-qualification
• Confident in supporting and motivating a small team
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and EYFS requirements
• Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene certificates (or willingness to obtain)

Benefits

• Supportive management team with real career development opportunities
• Regular training and upskilling
• Collaborative and inclusive team environment
• Lovely nursery environment with well-resourced rooms
• Competitive salary, staff perks and wellbeing support