Nursery Nurse

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Orpington
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Childcare
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SKILLS

Childcare Level 2 or 3 qualification Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) knowledge Paediatric first aid certificate Safeguarding and child protection training Food hygiene certificate Record keeping and report writing Communication with parents and carers Activity planning and implementation

FULL DESCRIPTION

Nursery Nurse

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Limited is seeking a qualified Nursery Nurse to join their team in Orpington, Greater London. This is a full-time, permanent position offering £13.78-£15.20 per hour plus generous benefits.

Key Information

  • Location: Orpington, Bromley, Greater London, United Kingdom
  • Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
  • Salary: £13.78 - £15.20 per hour (equivalent to £28,882.88 - £31,859.20 per annum)
  • Benefits: Birthday Off, 6 fully paid sick days, Cashback Healthcare Plan, Retail Discounts, 50% Childcare Discount, 24/7 Virtual GP Access, and more

Join the Kindred Family

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we believe work should be more than just a job – it should be a place where you feel valued, supported, and inspired every day. We’re excited to welcome a Nursery Nurse to our friendly team in Orpington.

What You’ll Need

Essential

  • A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare
  • Extensive knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development
  • A positive, can-do attitude

Desirable

  • Previous experience in an Early Years setting
  • Current paediatric first aid certificate
  • Safeguarding and child protection training
  • Current food hygiene certificate

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Qualified Nursery Nurse, you will:

  • Work as part of a team to provide a home-from-home environment
  • Keep accurate records and reports
  • Model best practice in line with regulatory guidelines
  • Support the Room Leader to ensure highest standards of Early Years care

Responsibilities

  • Use a friendly approach with parents, carers, children, and colleagues
  • Provide a safe, stimulating, educational environment
  • Maintain a clean and organised homely environment
  • Implement interesting activities for learning through play
  • Build relationships with Key Children, record interests and achievements
  • Communicate with parents via Satchel app, meetings, or reports
  • Follow company policies and procedures

Why Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is more than a nursery group – we’re a family. We offer supportive culture, career development, work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, and an award-winning environment.

Recruitment Process

Our process includes a video interview, face-to-face interview, a 'Stay and Play' session, and background checks (DBS, references, qualification verification) in line with Safer Recruitment Policy.

How to Apply

To apply, click the Quick Apply button and complete the application form with your CV and a short cover letter. We aim to respond within 2–5 working days.

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