Job Description

Early Years Practitioner

Location:

Pavilion Building, Morden Recreation Ground

Working Hours:

Monday to Thursday:

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday:

Day off

Contract:

Part-time (4 days per week), Permanent

Open:

51 weeks per year (closed on Bank Holidays and for one week over Christmas)

About Us

We are a progressive Forest Village Kindergarten for children aged 1 to 5 years, based in a beautiful Pavilion within Morden Recreation Ground. We are fortunate to be surrounded by large, natural gardens where children play, explore, and learn outdoors every day.

Our setting is fully

child-led

and rooted in

play-based learning

. We pride ourselves on offering a nurturing, inspiring environment that supports both children and staff in their growth. You'll be working alongside a supportive and experienced team that values creativity, humour, and a shared love of learning.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for a passionate and enthusiastic

Early Years Practitioner

to join our team. We are currently offering a

4-day working week (Monday to Thursday, with Fridays off)

.

Whether you're experienced or newly qualified, we'd love to hear from you!

Essential:

A

minimum Level 2 qualification

in Early Years Education A

positive attitude

,

big smile

, and a

genuine passion

for helping children thrive through play

Nice to Have (Not Essential):

Paediatric

First Aid

certificate

Food Safety

training

Experience:

Experience is welcome but not required

- we're happy to support newly qualified practitioners ready to learn and grow in the role

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality,

child-led learning experiences

Create engaging, natural, and creative environments that follow children's interests Build warm and respectful relationships with children, families, and your team Support and inspire your colleagues to deliver an outstanding early years setting

What We Offer

A

4-day work week

with

Fridays off

A welcoming, supportive team in a beautiful

natural outdoor environment

Paid annual leave

2 paid INSET training days

per year

5 paid sick days

, plus additional

paid sick leave

if needed Opportunities for

training and ongoing professional development

A workplace that values your voice, ideas, and wellbeing

How to Apply

If you're enthusiastic, nurturing, and passionate about helping children get the best start in life, we'd love to hear from you! Come and be part of something special in a setting where play, nature, and child-led learning take centre stage.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 23,000.00-26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Childcare Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Flexitime Free or subsidised travel Free parking Sick pay Unlimited paid holidays
Ability to commute/relocate:

Morden SM4 6RE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred) Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person