Job description
Role: Nursery Nurse
Location: Enfield
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Long-Term, Full-Time
Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay Scale: £95 – £105 per day (depending on experience)
GSL Education are currently working in partnership with a well-resourced nursery in Enfield that requires an experienced Nursery Nurse to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about early years education and wants to make a real difference in the lives of young children. The role offers the chance to work in a nurturing environment, alongside a supportive team of professionals, and contribute to high-quality care and learning experiences for the children.
Key Responsibilities of a Nursery Nurse:
As a Nursery Nurse, you will play a key role in supporting children’s development, learning, and wellbeing. Your responsibilities will include:
* Childcare & Supervision: Providing attentive care to children, ensuring their safety, welfare, and emotional well-being throughout the day.
* Learning & Development Support: Assisting with age-appropriate activities, facilitating play-based learning, and supporting children’s physical, social, and cognitive development.
* Daily Routines & Activities: Supporting daily routines such as mealtimes, naptimes, and outdoor activities, helping to create a structured yet nurturing environment.
* Behaviour & Positive Guidance: Encouraging positive behaviour, supporting social skills, and implementing appropriate guidance strategies.
* Communication & Reporting: Building strong relationships with parents and carers, providing updates on children’s progress, and working closely with the nursery team to ensure continuity of care.
The Successful Candidate Will Have:
* Previous experience working in a nursery, childcare setting, or early years environment
* A passion for early years education and child development
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with children, parents, and colleagues
* Patience, reliability, and a proactive attitude
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Enhanced DBS registered on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
GSL Education Offers:
1. Diverse Opportunities: Access to a variety of early years roles across London, including nurseries, preschools, and childcare settings.
2. Support & Guidance: Assistance throughout the recruitment process, including CV guidance, interview preparation, and compliance support.
3. Flexibility & Security: Long-term full-time placements offering career stability and opportunities for progression.
4. Commitment to Quality & Safeguarding: We uphold the highest standards for safeguarding and staff wellbeing.
5. Professional Development: Opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career in early years education.
6. Dedicated Consultant: A personal consultant will work closely with you to find the role that best suits your experience and aspirations.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
If you are a dedicated Nursery Nurse ready to support and inspire young children, click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch!