We Are Hiring!
Join Our Nursery & Grow Your Career!
Do you LOVE working with children?
Do you thrive in outdoor spaces, messy play, nature walks, and hands-on activities?
Are you someone who brings big positive energy into every room?
If yes — you might be the perfect fit for our team!
What We Offer:
- Fully supported Level 3 training & development
- A clear progression route to become a Room Leader
- Plenty of opportunities for outdoor learning and creative activities
- A friendly, supportive team that champions your success
- Ongoing mentoring, training and professional growth
We’re Looking For:
- People who genuinely love working with children
- Individuals who enjoy outdoor play and nature-based activities
- Positive, energetic team players
- Enthusiastic learners ready to grow and take on leadership responsibilities
Why Join Us?
This is your chance to start a rewarding career, build confidence, and make a real impact on children’s early development — all while growing into a future leadership role.
Apply now and bring your passion, creativity, and positive energy to our nursery!
About Us
Our beautiful nursery is truly one of a kind. With the largest garden in South London, we offer an outstanding environment for children to learn, grow, and thrive. Located in East Dulwich, we provide high-quality childcare for children aged 6 months to 5 years.
We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate individuals who love being outdoors and who are ready to bring joy, creativity, and energy to our team.
If you’re committed to taking the very best care of our wonderful children and families…
then we are committed to taking the very best care of you.
What We Offer Your Peace of Mind Matters
- Membership to our Employee Assistance Programme, an essential wellbeing service.
- Free telephone, email, live chat, or in-person counselling.
- Access to debt advice, legal guidance, physical and mental health assessment tools.
- Online health portal and app for wellbeing support on the go.
Your Physical Health Matters
- Free Vitamin D3, helping you stay in your best health.
- Free lunch prepared daily by our on-site chef.
- Breakfast available before your shift.
Your Growth Matters
- Full access to online training, including Food Hygiene, Safeguarding, and Health & Safety.
- In-person First Aid training.
- A wide range of career-enhancing courses.
- A library of personal development resources to support your wellbeing, relationships, and life skills.
Minimum Requirements
- Level 3 or ready to be enrolled in a level 3 course
- To be trained as Room Lear must have a level 3
- Good written and spoken English.
We’d love you to have (or be willing to learn):
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and child welfare.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Growing knowledge of child development and best practice.
- Positive energy and enthusiasm.
- A great team spirit.
- A passion for outdoor play, learning through exploration, and hands-on experiences.
Your Responsibilities
- Having fun!
- Presenting yourself professionally to parents and carers.
- Keeping accurate records and planning next steps for children's learning.
- Maintaining a positive, supportive attitude.
- Acting as an ambassador for the nursery and promoting our values.
- Depending on the role: helping others progress and supporting the wider team.
Salary:
- Level 3 £14.00 p/hr
- Level 3 leading a group £15.00 p/h
If you think you have all of the above and more and want to work in a nursery that is passionate about the highest standards of staff culture and childcare then please send in your CV to be considered for an interview.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £29,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Have you worked for Piplings Nursery before?
- Is your travel time to SE220SH less than 60 minutes?
- How long is your notice period before you can join us?
- Can you work Monday to Friday 8-6? (If not, which days can you work?)
- Do you need or will need sponsorship?
- In which age group do you have more experience (Baby / Toddlers / Preschool room)
- What childcare qualification do you have?
Language:
- Fluent English (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
