Job Description

Salary: 28,000 - 32,000 per year (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time
Location: West London (in person)

About Us

Miyabi Nursery (Miyabi Yochien) is the UK's only Japanese-English bilingual nursery, located in the heart of West London. We combine the calm, respectful, and thoughtful traditions of Japanese nurseries with the creativity and play-based learning of the British EYFS.

Our values - kindness, cleanliness, and empathy - guide everything we do. We are a growing and highly respected setting with a reputation for quality, structure, and a nurturing approach to early years education. Our ambition is to achieve Ofsted Outstanding by embedding excellence in every part of our practice.

Your Role

We are seeking a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our dedicated team. You will play a key role in maintaining staff-child ratios, delivering high-quality care and learning experiences, and ensuring every child thrives.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver inspiring activities rooted in the EYFS, balancing British creativity with Japanese respect and structure Foster a safe, calm, and positive learning environment where children feel secure and confident Support each child's individual journey through accurate observations, assessments, and next steps Model and promote Miyabi values: kindness, cleanliness, and empathy Build strong partnerships with parents and colleagues to support children's development Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health, and safety at all times
Requirements

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) Experience working with children aged 2-5 in a nursery or early years setting Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding principles Professional, positive, and calm under pressure Willingness to embrace our Japanese-influenced approach to care and behaviour
Desirable:

Interest in Japanese culture, language, or early years philosophy (not essential) Experience in bilingual or international settings
What We Offer

Competitive salary: 28,000 - 32,000 depending on experience Excellent staff-to-child ratios in a calm, structured environment Termly training and ongoing professional development opportunities A supportive and collaborative team culture with monthly team socials Unique bilingual setting with language training provided Childcare discounts for staff Free parking and gym membership
Schedule

Monday to Friday Day shift, 8-hour shifts
Language Requirements

Fluent English (required)
Certification

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (required)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Free parking Gym membership Language training provided On-site parking
Work Location: In person