Senior Nursery Practitioner Level 3+ (preferred Mandarin Speaking)

Cambridge, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

The Role



We are the

Language Nursery

and we are opening our first Nurseryin Cambridge

in January, 2026

. The setting will care for 2 to 4 year-olds, with a focus on developing multilingual and multicultural understanding. It will have a maximum capacity of 20 children until August 2028.

We are looking for an experienced

Senior Early Years Practitioner

passionate about early childhood education. The ideal candidate will support the nursery manager in leading the classroom, planning activities, and nurturing each child's emotional and cognitive development through rich, bilingual experiences.

Why The Language Nursery?



In most UK nurseries, there is little to none multilingual education. Yet, science has proven that the period between 2 and 5 years old is the most crucial for language development. Children who are exposed to many languages during this period experience a multitude of benefits as they grow - from fostering confidence and an open mindset, to having a remarkable aptitude for grasping new languages and cultures with ease.

Our mission is to be the best chain of nurseries for multilingual education in the UK. We aim to create an enriching environment where children naturally learn not only English but also other cultures and languages, such as Chinese, Spanish, Arabic, etc.

Our curriculum is inspired by the environments of multilingual families and is designed to help children develop a strong understanding of different languages, without even noticing that they're doing it.

Our team



Dr. Chi

- our founder, Crystal, has extensive knowledge in child development and language acquisition research. As a Doctor in Psychology, she is the creator of the science grounded curriculum, focused on language development in young children.

Mrs. Manolache

- Our Nursery Manager, is a qualified teacher (QTS Level 6) with a background in Early Years Education and Psychology, complemented by postgraduate study in Educational Psychology. With experience in both traditional and Montessori settings, she brings a flexible approach to supporting children's learning and development.

Mr. Rosa

and Mr. Naskov

- Our advisors, bring more than 30 years of combined business and Early Years experience building nurseries across the UK.

Role and Responsibilities



Teaching & Curriculum

- Lead high-quality English (and Mandarin if possible) curriculum and plan engaging, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS framework.

Guidance & Observation

- Support other practitioners in bilingual and Montessori-inspired practice, while observing and documenting each child's learning progress.

Compliance & Safety

- Ensure a secure, nurturing space that meets all regulatory requirements.

Engagement & Community

- Build

strong, lasting relationships

with parents, staff, and the wider community.

Rewards & Benefits



Salary

-

26,000

-

29,000 per annum

, depending on experience.

Up to 33 days holiday

- Nursery is closed for 1 week in Christmas and in August, as well as on Bank Holidays. The rest is up to you to take whenever you want.

Significant childcare discount

- if your 2-4 year old joins our nursery, you will get a discount of up to 66% of the childcare costs (based on your experience and contracted hours).

Opportunity for growth and impact -

as part of a team of a brand new nursery, you will have plenty of opportunities to have an impact on the setup and running of the setting.

Start Date - 5/January/2026


Required Qualifications:



Recognised Early Years Qualification

- NVQ Level 3+ or equivalent

Experience in early years education

(minimum 3 years preferred).

Commitment to High-Quality Early Education

- A genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and emotional development. Understanding of the

EYFS framework

and

child-centred teaching approaches

.

Bonus - Native Mandarin

speaker, as we are also recruiting for a Mandarin teacher in the room.
This setting is just the beginning. We plan to expand to multiple sites and multiple cities within the next few years, so there will be plenty of opportunities to grow.

This is not just another job--it's a

once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

to join a brand new nursery and be part of a movement, that's just starting.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 26,000.00-29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Childcare Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Language training provided On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3955407
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Cambridge, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
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