Working Mums Daycare & Pre-School in the heart of East Sheen is a modern, purpose-built nursery caring for up to 105 children from 3 months to 5 years. Open since 2011, we have built a warm, nurturing and well-established community for local families across four dedicated, age-specific rooms. Every space is bright, spacious and filled with natural light, with thoughtfully designed features including a sensory room, a well-equipped preschool classroom and a beautiful roof garden that gives children daily access to outdoor play. Our on-site kitchen provides freshly prepared, nutritious meals every day.
We are proud to be the only nursery, school or childminding setting in both Richmond and Kingston to have achieved the Healthy Early Years London (HEYL) Award. Our greatest strength is our team, with many practitioners having been with us for several years, allowing children to build secure attachments and giving families a consistent experience. We are now looking for an enthusiastic and caring Nursery Practitioner to join us and help give every child the best possible start.
About the role
As a Nursery Practitioner you will provide warm, high quality care and education for the children in your room, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Working as part of a friendly and supportive team, you will help create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children feel secure, valued and excited to learn.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering engaging, child-led activities and experiences that support each child's learning and development
- Acting as a key person for a group of children, planning for their individual needs and maintaining accurate observations and records
- Building warm, trusting relationships with children and supporting them to explore, play and develop independence
- Making the most of our roof garden, sensory room and healthy living ethos to support children's wellbeing and physical development
- Building positive partnerships with parents and carers, keeping them informed and involved in their child's progress
- Supporting children's care routines, including feeding, nappy changing and rest times, with patience and sensitivity
- Ensuring all safeguarding, health and safety, and welfare requirements are met at all times, in line with EYFS and our policies
- Working closely with your Room Leader and the wider team to maintain the highest standards of care
About you
We are looking for someone who is passionate about early years and genuinely loves working with young children. You will have:
- A full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification as recognised by the Department for Education (or be working towards one)
- A warm, caring and enthusiastic approach, with a genuine commitment to giving children the best possible start
- A good understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development (or a willingness to learn)
- An interest in healthy living, nutrition and physical activity is a real plus
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team
- A paediatric first aid certificate is desirable, though we can support you to gain this
Unqualified candidates with the right attitude and a passion for early years are welcome to apply, as we can support you to gain your qualifications.
All appointments are subject to our safer recruitment process, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK.
What we offer
- Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience
- Ongoing training, mentoring and genuine opportunities for career progression
- A supportive and friendly team in a well-established, award-winning setting
- 95% Childcare discount
How to apply
If you would love to join our East Sheen family, please apply through Indeed with your CV.
Working Mums is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Pay: Up to £31,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
