Nursery Practitioner


Company:	Willing Care Recruitment Limited
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Maida Vale
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	18 Oct 2026

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Summary

Nursery Practitioner – Baby & Toddler Room

Up to £31,900 per annum | 40 Hours Per Week

Good Ofsted Rating | Excellent Benefits Package

Become part of a nursery where the earliest years are filled with warmth, discovery, and meaningful learning experiences.

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join the Baby & Toddler Room within a Good Ofsted-rated nursery. This high-quality setting is located in a lovely area and is known for its welcoming atmosphere, supportive culture, and experienced leadership team who are committed to helping both children and practitioners thrive.

The nursery offers bright, spacious learning environments where babies and toddlers are encouraged to explore, build confidence, and develop at their own pace. Outside, children enjoy a large, well-equipped garden complete with a vegetable patch, providing opportunities to discover nature, develop physical skills, and enjoy hands-on learning every day.

What We're Looking For

Full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting

Experience working with babies or toddlers is desirable

Good understanding of the EYFS framework

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

A warm, caring, and child-centred approach to childcare

What's On Offer

Long service awards

Additional day off for your birthday

Heavily discounted childcare

Generous pension scheme

Refreshments provided

Life insurance

Competitive annual leave package

Wellbeing programme

Supportive management team

Excellent opportunities for training, development, and career progression

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework

Support the learning and development of babies and toddlers through engaging, play-based experiences

Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children feel secure and valued

Make full use of the nursery's spacious indoor environments and outdoor garden to support children's development

Observe, assess, and monitor children's progress

Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues

Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery standards at all times

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL186936/DB

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