188 Best nursery Jobs in Beckenham (November 2026)

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Full-Time

Location: Forest Hill, South East London Salary: From £26,000 per annum Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week, across a minimum of 4 days Vacancies: 2 About the Opportunity Freshers Co Agency is recruiting two experienced Level 3 Nursery Practitioners on behalf of a welcoming, family-run nursery in Forest Hill, South East London, conveniently located a short walk from Forest Hill station. With a maximum capacity of 35 children, the nursery offers a close-knit, supportive environment where practitioners can build meaningful relationships with children and families while making a positive impact on early childhood development. Key Responsibilities • Provide high-quality childcare and early years education., • Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning activities., • Support children’s development, wellbeing and individual needs., • Maintain a safe, clean and inclusive learning environment., • Observe, assess and record children’s learning and development., • Complete daily diaries and maintain accurate progress reports., • Communicate with parents and carers., • Follow nursery policies, safeguarding procedures and health and safety requirements. Requirements • Recognised Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education, Childcare or an equivalent recognised qualification., • Previous experience working with young children in a nursery or early years setting., • Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills., • A caring, patient and professional approach to childcare., • Preferably holds an Enhanced DBS or is willing to undergo the required Enhanced DBS and Children’s Barred List checks. Salary • From £26,000 per annum, • Paid monthly Working Hours • 40 hours per week across a minimum of four days., • Nursery opening hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM., • Exact shifts to be agreed with the employer. Employee Benefits • Supportive, family-run nursery environment., • Workplace pension., • Staff training and professional development opportunities., • Annual staff outing., • Convenient location near Forest Hill station. How to Apply If you’re a passionate and qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive setting, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today with your updated CV. Freshers Co Agency is recruiting on behalf of the nursery. Successful applicants will be employed directly by the nursery. Freshers Co Agency is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment and safeguarding checks.

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RB Holdings is a growing hospitality group shaping some of the most distinctive private members’ clubs and food businesses in London and New York. Founded by Robin Birley, our businesses are built on discretion, craftsmanship, and deeply personal service - delivered by teams who take pride in doing things properly. Our London portfolio includes 5 Hertford Street, Oswald’s, and Birley Bakery and Chocolate Shop in Chelsea. In 2025, we expanded internationally with the opening of Maxime’s, alongside a new Birley Bakery in New York City. We are currently seeking a Doorman to join our Front Door team at 5 Hertford Street, with the opportunity to earn up to £37,000 p/a! Why work with us as a Doorman? • Salary of up to £30,600 per annum + tronc., • 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)., • Discounted gym membership with GymFlex., • Monthly well-being days with our in house Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist., • Private medical + dental insurance with BUPA., • Employee Assistance Programme., • Online retail discounts., • Workplace nursery scheme., • Cycle to Work Scheme., • Eyecare & glasses vouchers., • Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000., • Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty., • And more! Working Hours: • 5 day working week between Monday – Saturday., • 42.5 hours a week on a rota basis., • Shifts between the hours of 6.30am - 3am., • Bank Holidays and the Christmas period off – our venues are closed. What you will do: • To manage the flow of traffic outside the club, ensuring no traffic jams or congestion., • To greet members on arrival, to open taxi/car doors and show them into the restaurant., • To ensure the safety of all members and guests entering and leaving the restaurant. What are we looking for? • Previous experience as a Doorman/Security Officer., • Valid SIA license and drivers licence., • A genuine passion for delivering exceptional guest service. Bring your skills to the next level and provide unforgettable experiences to our members – apply today and become part of the team at 5 Hertford Street.

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Wild Science

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Animal & Science Presenter

6 hours ago

Part-time

Beckenham

Animal Expert & Nutty Professor – Wild Science Zero hours to start, with the chance to move to part-time or full-time Employed role. Do you light up around animals? Get giddy over fizzing potions and giant bubbles? We're Wild Science. We take live animals and hands-on science into schools, nurseries, SEN settings, care homes, libraries, events and birthday parties all over the UK. Now we're looking for a warm, confident Animal Expert & Nutty Professor to join our friendly team. You don't need experience, because we'll train you. What you do need is a love of animals and science, and a bit of sparkle in front of a crowd. What you'll do Run fun, hands-on animal encounters and exciting science experiments for children and adults. Drive from home to a different venue most days. No two days are the same. Look after a small group of animals at your home and give them a happy life. Store and look after your science kit at home. Keep every session safe, calm and exciting for both the animals and the audience. What you'll get Proper employment, with a contract, holiday entitlement and a workplace pension. At least £90 a day, and the more sessions you do in a day, the more you earn. 30p a mile after the first 20 miles each day (for London team member it's every mile) A £5 car maintenance payment every day you work. Bonuses for specialist bookings, reviews that name you and for party events. All science equipment and supplies, sent to your home. A payment towards basic animal care, plus help finding your animals and all the transport equipment and supplies you need. Your DBS check, animal licence and £5 million public liability insurance, all paid for by us. Full branded uniform (polo, T-shirt, hoodie, cap and lab coat) and branded promotional kit. Paid shadowing alongside experienced presenters before you go solo, plus a mentor and team chats so you're never on your own. Zero hours to start, with room to grow into part-time or full-time work. You'll be great at this if you… Love animals (including snakes, lizards, frogs and spiders) and get excited about science. Enjoy public speaking and can keep a room of children or adults engaged. Are reliable, organised and always on time. The essentials (we can't be flexible on these) A confident driver with a full UK licence and your own reliable car, ideally with at least a year's driving since passing your test. Happy to travel: different venues and different roads every day, and sometimes further afield Able to keep animals at home: a starter animal team example (for part time hours): 1 snake, 1 lizard, 1 amphibian, 4 types of invertebrate and 1 mammal (we'll help you build this up). If you already have some animals, that's a bonus. (For full time hours, minimum animal team collection should be as above, plus an additional snake and mammal). Space at home to store science equipment. Comfortable with public speaking. We can't consider non-drivers, nervous drivers, or anyone who isn't able to keep animals and science equipment at home. How to apply Send your CV and Cover Letter to us. Include a few lines on why you'd love this job and one amazing animal fact or one simple science experiment you could share with a class. Our process is quick and friendly: a short Teams interview where you give a brief talk about an animal you love, then on the road training (shadowing), then on to your first solo session.

Chef de Partie - Thai Cuisine

Speedboat Bar are seeking a Chef de Partie to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Chef de Partie looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant In partnership with Chef Luke Farrell, Speedboat Bar takes inspiration from the Thai-Chinese restaurants in Bangkok’s Chinatown and the thrilling sport of Speedboat racing along the canals (klongs) of Thailand. The menu explores the ingredients, flavours and techniques that took Luke to Bangkok and its unique foodways; Chinese in origin but now uniquely Thai. A masterclass in wok cooking, roasted meats and spicy sauces, each hinging on the specialist Thai herbs and ingredients cultivated and grown at Luke’s nursery, Ryewater, in Dorset. The bar focuses on sharing Singha beer towers, slushies and chasers; the signature Speedboat cocktails – Snakesblood Negroni; Shop Window Old Fashioned; and Jelly Bia made with frozen Leo Lager; as well as softs such as a Snakefruit soda. The Position We're looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team, creating exceptional dishes and delivering an all-encapsulating experience to our guests. You'll have experience working in a quality kitchen, adhering to standard operating and Health and Safety procedures. More importantly we are looking for people for as passionate about food and hospitality as we are! If you have the following, then we want to hear from you: • Prior experience as a Chef de Partie within a fast-paced quality, restaurant;, • Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in;, • A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail;, • Passion for about food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn;, • The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group; Benefits At Chaiyo, we believe in a culture that truly backs our people. Hospitality is a people industry, and we're committed to rewarding the hard work and loyalty that makes us who we are. Award-Winning Workplace • Recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 Dining & Hospitality • Lunch for 2 after probation, • Up to 50% off dining across JKS restaurants, • CODE App membership - Discount at some of the UK's best restaurants Health & Wellness • Discounted gym membership with up to 25% off at 4,000+ venues across the UK, • 24/7 Doctor & prescription services for peace of mind healthcare, • 8 free counselling sessions to support your mental wellbeing, • Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support when you need it, • Health, legal, money and debt support services available Entertainment • Up to 55% off cinema tickets, • Up to 25% off UK attractions (London Eye, Thorpe Park, SEA LIFE, and more), • Up to 15% cashback at 70+ major retailers across the UK Financial Support • Wagestream - stream a portion of your pay earlier when you need it, • Access to financial advice to help with your financial planning, • Company donations for your involvement with charities Special Occasions & Recognition • Wedding gift & newborn care package - celebrating your big occasions, • Staff parties & long service awards recognising your commitment, • Employee referral scheme - earn up to £600 per referral

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Bubbles Nurseries Eltham

We are looking for qualified and enthusiastic nursery practitioners to join our small, family feel nursery.

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Freshers

Nursery Manager – Full-Time

Location: Forest Hill, South East London Salary: From £32,000 per annum Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week, across a minimum of 4 days Vacancies: 1 About the Opportunity Freshers Co Agency is recruiting an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a welcoming, family-run nursery in Forest Hill, South East London. With a maximum capacity of 35 children, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early years professional to take a leadership role in a smaller, close-knit setting where they can make a meaningful difference. We are looking for a confident, organised and passionate individual who can inspire their team, maintain high standards and ensure children receive exceptional care and early years education. Key Responsibilities • Lead the day-to-day running of the nursery, • Manage, support and develop nursery staff., • Maintain high standards of childcare, education and safeguarding., • Oversee EYFS curriculum planning and children’s learning and development., • Ensure compliance with relevant Ofsted, safeguarding and health and safety requirements., • Manage staffing, nursery records and operational procedures., • Build and maintain strong relationships with parents and carers., • Create a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for children and families., • Support continuous improvement and professional development across the nursery. Requirements • Relevant early years or childcare qualification., • Proven experience in an early years setting with leadership or management responsibilities., • Strong understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements., • Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills., • Ability to manage staff, maintain compliance and oversee daily nursery operations., • A proactive, professional and child-centred approach., • A higher-level childcare or leadership qualification is desirable., • Preferably holds an Enhanced DBS or is willing to undergo the required Enhanced DBS and Children’s Barred List checks. Working Hours • 40 hours per week across a minimum of four days., • Nursery opening hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM., • Exact shifts to be agreed with the employer. Salary • From £32,000 per annum, • Paid monthly Employee Benefits • Supportive, family-run nursery environment., • Workplace pension., • Staff training and professional development opportunities., • Annual staff outing., • Opportunity to lead and shape a close-knit nursery team., • Convenient location near Forest Hill station. How to Apply Are you an experienced early years professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today with your updated CV. Freshers Co Agency is recruiting on behalf of the nursery. Successful applicants will be employed directly by the nursery. Freshers Co Agency is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment and safeguarding checks.

Job Description Position: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner x2 (Baby Room) Location: South East London, United Kingdom Salary: £14.00 per hour (£29,120.00 per annum) Hours: 40 hours per week Job Type: Permanent Career Level: Intermediate About the Role We are seeking two passionate, dedicated, and experienced Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join our vibrant baby room team in South East London. In this role, you will provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for our youngest children, supporting their early developmental milestones and building strong foundations for lifelong learning. Key Responsibilities • Childcare & Development: Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and learning experiences aligned with the EYFS framework, focusing on sensory exploration, social interaction, and physical development., • Key Person Responsibilities: Act as a Key Person for a designated group of babies, building strong, trusting relationships with both children and their families., • Observation & Assessment: Monitor, record, and assess children's progress and development, maintaining accurate learning journals and sharing updates with parents/carers., • Safeguarding & Welfare: Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in accordance with nursery policies, procedures, and statutory safeguarding regulations., • Environment: Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and stimulating baby room environment that promotes exploration and independence., • Partnership with Parents: Foster positive relationships with parents and guardians, offering daily feedback and supporting open communication regarding their child's care and routines. Job Requirements • Qualifications: Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare and Education (or equivalent)., • Experience: Proven experience working as a Nursery Practitioner within an Early Years setting, specifically with babies and under-twos., • Knowledge: Sound working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and current safeguarding/child protection guidelines., • Skills: Excellent communication, patience, organizational skills, and a genuine passion for early childhood development., • Compliance: Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) and satisfactory references. ####

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Osman Squad Preschool

Childcare Practitioner

Osman Squad Preschool is seeking a dedicated and passionate Childcare Practitioner to join our team. We are a small, nurturing school environment committed to providing high-quality care and early education for young children. As a Childcare Practitioner, your key responsibilities will include: • Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children's holistic development., • Ensuring a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for all children., • Observing and assessing children's progress, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to individual development plans., • Building positive, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues., • Adhering strictly to all safeguarding, health and safety, and early years foundation stage (EYFS) policies and procedures. We are looking for an individual with: • Relevant qualifications in early childhood education or childcare., • Prior experience working with young children in a nursery or preschool setting., • A strong understanding of child development principles and EYFS framework., • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills., • A genuine passion for fostering children's growth and well-being., • Note Please only apply for this post if you have level Three TQUK or NVQ level 3

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Alpha Childcare (Greenwich)

We are looking for a reliable, organised and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly nursery team. The role will involve: • Preparing and serving meals and snacks, • Supporting the cook when required, • Washing dishes and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen, • Following food hygiene procedures, • Carefully meeting allergy and dietary requirements, • Working safely around young children The successful candidate should be reliable, punctual and able to work well as part of a team. Excellent hygiene and cleanliness standards, knowledge of food hygiene and allergens, and a willingness to complete the necessary safeguarding and background checks are required. Previous experience in a nursery, school or childcare kitchen would be an advantage. A suitable Food Hygiene certificate is also desirable.

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