Qualified Nursery Practitioner – Term-Time Only | September Start 🌟
Location: Kensington and Chelsea, West London
Start Date: 3rd September 2025
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:15pm (35 hours/week)
Contract: Permanent, Term-Time Only (33 weeks per year)
Salary: £14.00–£15.00 per hour | £16,170–£17,325 per year (paid in 12 equal instalments)
Pay negotiable based on experience
✨ About the Role
Are you a qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for a fulfilling, term-time only position that offers great work-life balance, a warm and supportive team, and the opportunity to make a real difference?
We’re working with a vibrant, independent nursery located in the heart of Kensington and Chelsea. This beautiful setting offers light-filled indoor spaces and a spacious outdoor learning area, giving children a rich environment to explore, play, and grow.
You'll be joining a friendly, professional, and nurturing team who value collaboration, creativity, and child-led learning. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is committed to high standards in early years education and is passionate about nurturing young minds.
🧸 Your Key Responsibilities
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Support the delivery of high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS
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Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities
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Work as part of a close-knit team to create a safe and stimulating environment
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Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
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Maintain accurate records and contribute to children’s learning journeys
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Support children's personal, social, emotional, and physical development
✅ Requirements
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
* A Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent)
* Experience working in a nursery or early years setting
* A clear Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
* A genuine passion for working with young children
* Excellent communication skills – spoken and written English
* A team-first attitude with strong initiative
* Paediatric First Aid certification
* Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality best practices
💼 Why Join This Team?
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Term-time only hours – ideal for work-life balance
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A welcoming and supportive leadership team
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Beautiful setting with a strong focus on outdoor learning
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Opportunities for ongoing training and development
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Close transport links – just minutes from Central Line stations
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A truly rewarding role in a close-knit, child-focused environment
🚀 Apply Today
If you’re ready to take the next step in your Early Years career in a setting where your experience, voice, and passion matter, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now, and one of our dedicated EYFS Talent consultants will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.
“Children learn as they play. Most importantly, in play children learn how to learn