Nursery Teacher/Practitioner - #1730927

Nursery TeacherReporting to: Senior Nursery Teachers, Junior Managers, and Senior ManagersLocation: Two schools in London - Putney, SW15 6EH and Southfields, SW19 6SPSalary: £31,000 per annum (Experienced Level 3 & above with over 1 year of experience)

£1,000 Performance Related BonusTotal Salary + Bonus: £32,000

Working Hours:Full-time, Monday – Friday; shifts include 7:15 am-5:15 pm / 8:00 am-6:00 pm / 8:30 am-6:30 pm (1-hour lunch break + 15-minute coffee/tea break)

Benefits:

24 or 25 days holiday per year + 8 bank holidays (33 days in total)

1 day off every 2 weeks, adding an extra 26 days off per year (59 days off in total)

Extra holiday accrued through loyalty (1 extra day per year and per promotion)

Internal promotion opportunities (Senior Nursery Teachers can earn up to £33,600 per year, Junior Managers up to £41,600)

Full training provided, including paediatric first aid, online courses, and upskilling opportunities in areas such as SEN and child development

Cycle to Work Scheme

In-house chefs and housekeepers, allowing teachers to focus solely on childcare

Free mental health & wellbeing program

Free tea, coffee, and other refreshments on breaks

Stylish uniform provided

Roles Available:

Positions available in baby rooms and main school

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain high standards in front of children, parents, and staff

Follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, using relevant paperwork to plan, observe, track, and support child development

Be responsible for a key group of children, keeping accurate records of their development and achievements

Write termly learning journeys for key children

Monitor individual care needs, including medical, sleeping, and dietary requirements

Record sleep times, eating habits, and bottle feeds, and conduct weekly observations

Plan and execute activities suited to children's development both indoors and in the garden

Ensure safety and adhere to safeguarding procedures

Monitor unwell children according to sickness and temperature policies, informing management as necessary

Childcare Tasks:

Provide toys, activities, and equipment suited to each child’s developmental stage

Engage children in singing, storytelling, and games

Supervise and assist at mealtimes, including feeding and serving food

Change nappies regularly or as needed

Create and maintain classroom displays with children’s work

Clean up after activities, including washing painting materials and utensils

Assist in the induction process for new children

Maintain safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards

Teamwork and Communication:

Support fellow staff members and communicate effectively within the team

Greet, approach, and talk to parents daily

Conduct termly parent-teacher meetings (three per year)

Build professional relationships with parents and share updates on child development

Be flexible in nursery duties as required

Work collaboratively with management to maintain nursery standards

Attend out-of-hours meetings, including parent evenings, events, and staff meetings

Uphold the reputation and standards of the nursery both during and outside working hours

Application Requirements:

Candidates must be Level 3 qualified or above, with at least one year of experience in a similar role.