Early Years Practitioner

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Wandsworth, London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
SALARY
£31,000 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Early Years Nursery Practitioner Child development Outdoor learning Communication Teamwork

FULL DESCRIPTION

Early Years Practitioner Opportunity

Location: Wandsworth, London, SW18

Salary: £29,000 – £31,000 per annum (depending on role, qualifications, and experience)

Hours: 4 or 5 days per week / 40 hours / Shifts between 7:30am–6:00pm / All Year Round / Permanent

Early Years Practitioner – Wandsworth, London, SW18

We’re looking for a dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our outstanding nursery in Wandsworth. Our setting provides high-quality childcare for children aged 18 months to 5 years, following a unique project-based curriculum and philosophy that inspires curiosity and confidence. Children enjoy fresh, nutritious meals cooked daily by our in-house chef using organic and free-range produce.

Benefits

  • High staff-to-child ratios
  • 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Paid Christmas closure
  • Health insurance (after 2 years)
  • Paid training and guaranteed career progression
  • Staff excursions, team-building, and social events
  • Discounted childcare (free after 4 years of service)
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
  • 5 paid sick days after probation

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver exceptional care and learning in line with the EYFS
  • Plan engaging, creative activities to support children’s development
  • Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
  • Maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment

About You

  • Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years (full and relevant)
  • Previous experience as a Nursery Practitioner
  • Passionate about child development and outdoor learning
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Eligible to work in the UK

If you’re an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner ready to inspire young minds, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today — let’s get your interview booked in!

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