Job Description

Early Years Practitioner Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join our excellent nursery in

Forest Hill, London SE23.

We are a well established and highly respected independent nursery with the same owner for over 20 years. High quality working practices and good team, with staff training provided. Train station is a few minutes' walk from nursery with good links to Croydon, London Bridge and East London.

Salary:

13.00 per hour / 27,000 per annum (depending on experience, qualifications, and age)

Apply today by sending your CV to:

belle@smileys-childcare.co.uk*

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development Excellent local transport links (train and bus) Staff lunches cooked onsite daily Pension scheme Loyalty annual leave entitlement 30% childcare discount Staff social events and annual Christmas party Onsite mental health first aider

Hours

40 hours across 4 days Shifts between 8am-6pm Not suitable for term-time or school-hours applicants*

Responsibilities

Provide high standards of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care Support colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment Implement daily routines and engaging activities Ensure children's safety, wellbeing, and developmental progress

About You

Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (full and relevant) 1+ year experience as a Nursery Practitioner or similar role Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and ratio requirements Ability to plan fun, engaging, child-led activities Friendly, approachable, and confident working within a team Excellent communication skills with families Eligible to work in the UK

How to Apply

If you're a dedicated Early Years Practitioner looking to make a meaningful impact, please apply today by sending your CV to:

belle@smileys-childcare.co.uk

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Application question(s):

What is your own email and mobile to contact for interview please? Do you drive or would be using public transport to us? - Please provide your postcode. Do you have the right to work in the UK and 2 years childcare work experience? Please confirm you can work: 40 hours per week (4 days) | Shifts between 8am- 6pm? Please confirm you hold a Level 2 or above Early Years Childcare qualification? (Please state which qualification - Essential to apply)
Work Location: In person