Location: Blackheath

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We are currently looking to recruit a  Nursery Practitioner  to join our baby room for a private nursery based in Blackheath, South East London

The room cares for children aged 9 months to 18 months, and we are looking for practitioners who are warm, nurturing and confident in supporting babies’ development, care and learning.

The role:

• Full-time, permanent position
• 35 hours per week
• 4 working days, 8am–6pm
• 1 non-working day each week
• Salary dependent on qualification and experience
• Ideally Level 3 qualified, although we would also consider suitable Level 2 practitioners
• Previous experience working with babies would be highly desirable

We are looking for practitioners who are genuinely passionate about working with young children and who can build strong relationships with both children and families.

What will you be doing?

You’ll be:

• Creating a warm, safe and nurturing environment where babies can thrive
• Building strong, meaningful relationships with babies and their families
• Planning and joining in with fun, stimulating activities and experiences
• Supporting children’s learning and development through the EYFS
• Observing children closely and celebrating their progress and achievements
• Working closely with parents and carers to provide the best possible care
• Keeping the room safe, clean, organised and welcoming
• Being a supportive and positive member of our Baby Room team

You’ll need:

• A Level 3 or above childcare qualification
• A good understanding of the EYFS and child development
• Experience working with children, ideally babies
• A warm, patient and nurturing approach
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A good understanding of safeguarding and health & safety
• Lots of energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved!

If you’re a passionate Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Blackheath, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today with your CV, and a member of the Plus Staff Recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an initial conversation about the role before progressing to an interview with the nursery.

Location: Tooting SW17

Salary: £31,500 to £36,500

Contract: full-time, Permanent

we are currently looking to recruit a Nursery Manager as soon as possible for our nursery in Tooting, which caters for children aged 0 to 2 years. to oversee daily operations within our childcare centre.

The ideal candidate will possess strong management and leadership skills, with a passion for working with children and supporting their early development.

The successful applicant will be responsible for leading a team of staff, liaising with parents, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the nursery centre, including staff scheduling, resource allocation, and programme planning
• Lead and motivate a team of childcare professionals to deliver high-quality care and education
• Oversee the development and implementation of age-appropriate activities that promote early childhood learning
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children in accordance with legal requirements and best practices
• Maintain effective communication with parents, providing updates on children’s progress and addressing any concerns
• Monitor staff performance, organise ongoing training, and support professional development
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, safeguarding policies, and early years legislation
• Manage administrative tasks such as record keeping, budgeting, and reporting to senior management
• Foster a positive organisational culture centred on teamwork, inclusivity, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Qualification L3 in Early Years (mandatory)
• Experience in childcare management approach (highly desirable)
• Proven management experience within a nursery or early childhood education setting
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted standards and requirements
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a diverse team
• Extensive knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding procedures
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Ability to organise workloads efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail
• Passionate about child development with a caring attitude towards children’s needs

We offer

• Friendly Supportive Team
• Ability to be the happiest version of yourself
• The Chance to inspire your team, support families and truly make a difference.
• Ongoing CPD training
• Excellent rates of pay and Benefits

All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, join the DBS Update Service and provide two suitable references confirming their suitability to work with children.

Apply today email your most up-to-date CV.

Plus Staff Recruitment is a specialist Early Years and Education Recruitment Company working with Nurseries and Primary Schools  settings across London, Kent and Surrey.

We respect candidate confidentiality and will not share your profile to our clients or request any references without your consent.

We cater for all Early Years jobs and currently have Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, QTS, Montessori, Room Leader and Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse vacancies

* Plus Staff Recruitment are an Equal Opportunities Employer *

location: Fulham SW6

Salary: £15.00 per hour

Working Hours: Saturday and Sunday 9.30am – 4.30pm 

Contract: Part-time, Permanent

We are seeking a passionate and reliable Qualified Creche Practitioner to join our team at a prestigious private kids club in Fulham.

You will deliver a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for children aged 12 months to 6 years, and help shape the daily running of each creche we operate.

Take booking, send news letter, create programmes for children and send diaries for each child attending the creche.

The ideal candidate brings proven childcare experience, a genuine love of working with young children and real creative energy for designing weekly activity programmes. You will build warm, trusting relationships with parents and work as a valued member of a close, professional team.

Featured Position: Creche Practitioner, Fulham Football Club Members’ Club

Activity – Classes Routine for Age groups:

Babies and toddlers aged 15 months to 2.5 years, and children aged 5 to 6 years

Qualification: Level 3 in Childcare (essential)

The candidate needs to feel confident to design, adapt and implement Classess for children 1-2 years old and 4-6 years olds. Fill in dairy reports every day and communicate with the parents and other departments in the club.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and deliver our creche activity programmes and classes, taking a hands-on role from planning through to delivery.
• Design imaginative, screen-free activities that hold children’s attention, stretch their curiosity and send every child home happy.
• Welcome children from a wide range of cultures, backgrounds and needs, adapting your approach so each child feels seen and included.
• Provide a discreet, five-star standard of service to members, balancing parents’ expectations with each child’s needs.
• Handle sensitive conversations and challenging moments with calm, courtesy and professionalism.
• Work as part of a proactive team and in close partnership with other departments across the club.

Key Responsibilities

Childcare and supervision

• Provide attentive, engaging care, keeping every child safe and well at all times.
• Supervise children closely during play, activities and snack times.
• Carry out nappy changing, feeding and personal care routines with dignity and care.
• Respond sensitively to each child’s individual needs, offering comfort and reassurance.

Activities and programmes

• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities that balance fun with development, including arts and crafts, music, storytelling and sensory play.
• Prepare inviting activity areas that are clean, well organised and safe.
• Encourage every child to take part, creating a positive and stimulating learning environment.

Parent partnership

• Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes settling in smooth for children and parents.
• Give parents friendly, professional updates on their child’s day and progress.
• Listen carefully to parents’ questions and concerns and respond thoughtfully.
• Manage drop-off and pick-up safely and calmly.

Teamwork

• Collaborate with colleagues to keep the creche running smoothly.
• Attend team meetings and training sessions as required.
• Help set up and close down the creche space each session.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Proven experience with young children in a creche, nursery or similar setting.
• A sincere passion for children’s wellbeing and development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities.
• Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding training, or willingness to obtain them.
• An enhanced DBS check.
• Level 3 childcare qualification for the Fulham Football Club members’ club position

Apply Now!  Alternatively email your most up-to-date CV.

Plus Staff Recruitment is a specialist Early Years and Education Recruitment Company working with Nurseries and Primary Schools settings across London, Kent and Surrey.

We respect candidate confidentiality and will not share your profile to our clients or request any references without your consent.

* Plus Staff Recruitment are an Equal Opportunities Employer *