Puddleducks Nursery – North Finchley
Monday to Friday | Part-Time | Consistent Hours
Are you a qualified Early Years Practitioner looking for a role that offers the perfect work-life balance?
Puddleducks Nursery North Finchley is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team.
We are offering a part-time position working five days per week, with a choice of either:
Morning Shift: 8:00am – 1:00pm
OR
Afternoon Shift: 1:00pm – 6:00pm
This role is ideal for experienced practitioners looking for consistent hours, parents returning to work, students with childcare qualifications, or anyone seeking a rewarding role within a warm and welcoming nursery environment.
About the Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will help create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, develop and thrive. You will work closely with colleagues, children and families to deliver outstanding care and education in line with the EYFS framework.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5 years.
- Support children's learning, development and wellbeing.
- Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
- Deliver engaging play and learning opportunities.
- Support children's daily routines and individual needs.
- Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times.
What We're Looking ForEssential
- Full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification.
- Experience working within an early years setting.
- Good understanding of the EYFS framework.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A caring, positive and professional attitude.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
What We Offer
- Choice of morning or afternoon shifts.
- Consistent part-time hours, Monday to Friday.
- Supportive and friendly team environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Workplace pension scheme.
- Holiday entitlement.
- The chance to make a real difference in children's lives every day.
Why Join Puddleducks?
At Puddleducks Nursery North Finchley, we believe that happy, supported staff create the best outcomes for children. We pride ourselves on our welcoming atmosphere, strong team culture and commitment to professional development.
Whether you're looking for a role that fits around family life, studies or other commitments, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Puddleducks family.
Puddleducks Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks and relevant suitability checks.
Pay: From £13.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
- Transport links
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London N12 0BP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 2/3 Early Years Educator (or above/equivalent) (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
