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  • Nursery Practitioner
    Nursery Practitioner
    3 days ago
    £32000–£33000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Nursery Practitioner (Level 3+) South West London (SW15) The Formative Few (on behalf of a leading nursery group) Job Summary The Formative Few are recruiting on behalf of a well-established nursery group in South West London, seeking Nursery Practitioners (Level 3+) to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates looking to develop a long-term career within early years, with full training, structured progression, and an industry-leading benefits package. Key Responsibilities • Plan and deliver activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), • Observe, assess, and track children’s development, • Support children’s daily routines, including mealtimes, • Maintain accurate records and reports, • Build strong relationships with parents and carers, • Work collaboratively within a team Candidate Requirements • Level 3 qualification in Early Years or above, • Previous experience in a nursery, childcare, or education setting (preferred), • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • A proactive, reliable, and positive approach, • Genuine interest in child development Salary & Benefits • Competitive salary + performance-related bonus, • Fully funded Level 2 and Level 3 training (where applicable), • Clear progression opportunities with internal promotion structure, • Excellent work-life balance: up to 58 days off per year (including additional days off every two weeks), • Ongoing professional development and training (including paediatric first aid), • Health & wellbeing support programme, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Free uniform and staff refreshments, • Supportive working environment with dedicated non-teaching staff (no food prep/cleaning duties) Working Hours Full-time, Monday to Friday Various shift patterns between 7:15am – 6:30pm (1-hour lunch break + additional rest break) Apply Now If you are looking to join a nursery that offers genuine career progression, strong staff support, and a better work-life balance than most in the sector, we encourage you to apply.

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  • Room Leader
    Room Leader
    2 months ago
    £30000–£34500 yearly
    Full-time
    Tolworth, Surbiton

    Do you enjoy inspiring others? Are you excited by the idea of doing forest school activities with children? Are you passionate about childcare and creative? If so, we would LOVE to hear from you. We are looking for an engaging individual to join our growing, friendly and dedicated team of childcare experts. We would welcome an application from a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to oversee one of our children's rooms. The ideal candidate will have suitable experience and possess strong leadership skills and a passion for early childhood education. This role is crucial in ensuring a safe, nurturing and educational environment for children while managing staff and daily operations effectively. Duties • lead and supervise a team of childcare professionals, ensuring high standards of care and education are maintained, • communicate effectively with staff, parents, and children to foster a positive atmosphere, • manage daily room operations, including resource allocation, • implement educational programmes which promote children's development in line with the EYFS, • help us with the weekly implementation of forest school activities, • ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety regulations as well as nursery policies, • maintain accurate records related to children's progress, attendance, and incidents Qualifications • proven experience of leading a small team and working knowledge of the EYFS, planning and child development, • strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written, • background in early childhood education or relevant qualifications in childcare (LEVEL 3 in Early Years education - a minimum requirement), • experience of working with children in a nursery or educational setting is essential, • ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while maintaining attention to detail We invite passionate individuals who are committed to making a difference in children's lives to apply for this rewarding position as a Room Leader.

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