Nursery Practitioner

Job Title: Nursery PractitionerLocation: LondonSalary: 29,833 plus access to Local Government Pension SchemeJob type: Full Time, Permanent 37 hours per weekStart date: 4th January 2027Due to the retirement of the current post holder, Nightingales Nursery, based at St Francis Xavier College (a 2-minute walk from Clapham South), is seeking a warm, dedicated, and energetic Nursery Practitioner to join our Toddler Room team. This is an exciting permanent position at a thriving nursery.Nightingales Nursery is a family-orientated setting in the heart of Balham. We deliver a holistic learning environment where children feel secure, confident, and happy. Because we are a close-knit nursery, we take pride in supporting both our staff and our families every step of the way-starting with a smooth, caring transition from home to nursery.If you are kind, enthusiastic, patient, and able to work in harmony with other like-minded people within a safe, stimulating, and happy environment, then we would like to hear from you!Candidates should have:Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years/childcare or an equivalent DfE recognised qualificationProven experience of working with babies and toddlers and a good track record of working with under 5sA good understanding of the EYFS and the ability to put it into practiceAbility to work in a caring and energetic teamAbility to follow all safeguarding policies and procedures of the NurseryAbility to follow all requirements of administrative duties such as ..... full job details .....