Senior Nursery Practitioner
- Great Starts Recruitment LTD
- Oct 15, 2025
Full time
Healthcare & Medical
Job Description
Senior Early Years Educator / Senior Nursery Practitioner
Salary: Up to £33,400 per annum + up to £2,000 performance bonus
Hours: 36 hours (4 days) or 45 hours (5 days) per week
Location: South Woodford, E18
An established and welcoming early years setting in South Woodford, London (E18) is looking for a passionate and dedicated Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner to join its friendly and professional team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a nurturing, high-quality childcare environment where staff well-being and professional growth are prioritised.
Salary and Benefits
• Competitive salary up to £33,400 per annum
• Performance-related bonus up to £2,000 per year
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays, plus 3 days for Christmas closure and 1 day birthday leave after probation (up to 32 days total)
• Daily well-being breaks
• Full uniform provided
• Up to 10 days full sick pay annually
• Regular team events, parties, and staff recognition
• Excellent career progression and internal promotion opportunities
• Free street parking available nearby
Working Hours
Option 1: 36 hours per week (8am 6pm over 4 days)
Option 2: 45 hours per week (8am 6pm over 5 days)
About the Role
As a Senior Early Years Educator / Senior Nursery Practitioner, you will support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage curiosity, learning, and development in line with the EYFS framework. You will work closely with senior staff to maintain smooth daily routines and create a safe, inclusive environment where every child thrives.
Key Responsibilities
• Supporting lead educators in planning and delivering EYFS activities
• Creating a positive, stimulating, and safe learning environment
• Observing and recording children s progress and development
• Promoting positive social interactions and emotional well-being
• Building strong relationships with parents and carers
• Ensuring full compliance with safeguarding and early years standards
• Participating in regular meetings, training, and professional development
About You
• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience in a nursery or early years setting preferred
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• A caring, proactive, and professional approach to childcare
If you are an enthusiastic childcare professional looking for your next opportunity in South Woodford, apply today and take the next step in your early years career.
Salary: Up to £33,400 per annum + up to £2,000 performance bonus
Hours: 36 hours (4 days) or 45 hours (5 days) per week
Location: South Woodford, E18
An established and welcoming early years setting in South Woodford, London (E18) is looking for a passionate and dedicated Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner to join its friendly and professional team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a nurturing, high-quality childcare environment where staff well-being and professional growth are prioritised.
Salary and Benefits
• Competitive salary up to £33,400 per annum
• Performance-related bonus up to £2,000 per year
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays, plus 3 days for Christmas closure and 1 day birthday leave after probation (up to 32 days total)
• Daily well-being breaks
• Full uniform provided
• Up to 10 days full sick pay annually
• Regular team events, parties, and staff recognition
• Excellent career progression and internal promotion opportunities
• Free street parking available nearby
Working Hours
Option 1: 36 hours per week (8am 6pm over 4 days)
Option 2: 45 hours per week (8am 6pm over 5 days)
About the Role
As a Senior Early Years Educator / Senior Nursery Practitioner, you will support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage curiosity, learning, and development in line with the EYFS framework. You will work closely with senior staff to maintain smooth daily routines and create a safe, inclusive environment where every child thrives.
Key Responsibilities
• Supporting lead educators in planning and delivering EYFS activities
• Creating a positive, stimulating, and safe learning environment
• Observing and recording children s progress and development
• Promoting positive social interactions and emotional well-being
• Building strong relationships with parents and carers
• Ensuring full compliance with safeguarding and early years standards
• Participating in regular meetings, training, and professional development
About You
• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience in a nursery or early years setting preferred
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• A caring, proactive, and professional approach to childcare
If you are an enthusiastic childcare professional looking for your next opportunity in South Woodford, apply today and take the next step in your early years career.
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