At Newpark Childcare, we know that our team is the foundation of our success. Your dedication, reliability, and hard work allow us to provide children, parents, and colleagues with exceptional care and attention. We also understand that working in early years education is physically demanding, mentally engaging, and sometimes emotionally challenging. That’s why we’re committed to keeping our staff happy, supported, and fulfilled.
We’re proud to be the UK’s first private nursery accredited by the London Living Wage, ensuring that our team is fairly rewarded for their invaluable work.
Working at Newpark means being part of a strong, successful organisation that believes passionately in the importance of children’s formative years and Montessori education. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a real difference in children’s lives.
Location: Location: Across Newpark nurseries
Salary: £15.30 per hour (Level 2) | £16.30 per hour (Level 3) | £14.80 per hour (unqualified)
Hours: Full-time | 4 days/week | 10 hours/day | Permanent, all year round
This is a float role, supporting different Newpark nurseries based on a monthly rota, helping where additional support is needed across the group.
What You’ll Do
As a Nursery Nurse, you’ll help provide child-led, high-quality early years care, ensuring every child thrives in a safe, nurturing environment. You will:
Support the learning and development of children under 3
Plan and implement creative, engaging activities
Work collaboratively with your team to deliver outstanding care
Follow nursery policies and procedures while maintaining high standards of practice
Promote diversity, equality, and inclusion within the setting
Why You’ll Love Working at Newpark
We value our staff and offer a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits:
Competitive pay: £15.30/hour (Level 2) | £16.30/hour (Level 3) | £14.80/hour (unqualified)
Healthcare Cash Plan – get cash back on healthcare costs
Free virtual GP
mProve YOURSELF app – wellbeing support
Excellent promotion opportunities
Extra holiday for great attendance (up to 4 extra days/year)
Loyalty bonuses for length of service (£250–£1,000), with personal gifts at 7 years and holiday contribution at 10 years
Monthly “Outstanding Newparker” recognition awards
Bounty Hunter referral scheme (£250–£1,000)
Shopping discounts and vouchers
Season Ticket Loan
Family-friendly benefits including:
Flexible working arrangements
10% childcare staff discount (under 3s, subject to availability)
Workplace Nursery Scheme
Interest-free Childcare Deposit Loan
Cycle Scheme and Tech Scheme
Workplace pension
Staff parties and social events
Paid lunch breaks
A welcoming, supportive workplace with talented managers and friendly colleagues
The Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for a team member who is warm, attentive, and passionate about children’s development. You will ideally have:
A full and relevant Early Years Qualification (preferred)
Experience working with children under 5 – essential
Fluent English – essential
A flexible, positive approach
Creativity and the ability to implement daily activities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to safeguarding and protecting children
Ability to work effectively with colleagues as part of a team
Willingness to complete a DBS check and provide references
Newpark Childcare is an equal opportunities employer, fully committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will undergo thorough reference and DBS checks.
