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Nursery Practitioner Job in Croydon, South London. Competitive.
Location: Croydon, South London
Salary: £18,850.95 (Associate 3 – Actual Salary)
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time or Part-time
Start Date: 1 September 2025
About the Role
This primary school in Croydon is expanding its Nursery provision and is seeking two caring, enthusiastic, and committed Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join its growing Early Years team. If you’re passionate about early childhood development and want to make a meaningful impact, this is your opportunity to thrive in a child-centred, inclusive setting.
Your Opportunity:
•Support the learning and development of children in the Nursery
•Deliver engaging, play-based learning aligned with EYFS
•Observe and assess children’s progress
•Maintain a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment
•Build strong relationships with families and external professionals
What We’re Looking For:
•Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification
•GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English
•Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
•Knowledge of child development and safeguarding procedures
•Awareness of health and safety in a nursery setting
•Excellent communication and teamwork skills
•Legal right to work in the UK (Visa sponsorship is not available)
What the School Offers:
•A nurturing, inclusive school culture
•Opportunities for career progression across a wider school cluster
•Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
•Flexible working options and generous holiday allowance
•Staff wellbeing initiatives and benefits portal
•A collaborative community committed to excellence in education
Compliance Requirements
This primary school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to:
•Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service
•Proof of right to work in the UK
•Two satisfactory references
•Photographic ID and original qualification certificates (to be presented at interview)
As part of Hays’ compliance process, successful applicants must also:
•Provide proof of identity and address
•Submit full employment history, with any gaps explained
•Complete reference checks covering the last 2 years
•Undertake safeguarding training prior to placement
•Adhere to Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines
Apply Now
Apply now to become part of a passionate team shaping the future of early education in Croydon.
Not quite the right fit? Hays offers a referral bonus: recommend a candidate and receive a £350 high street voucher when they secure a role through us.
Email: Donia.Kamran@hays.com
Call: 02072598770
INDEDU
Salary: £18,850.95 (Associate 3 – Actual Salary)
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time or Part-time
Start Date: 1 September 2025
About the Role
This primary school in Croydon is expanding its Nursery provision and is seeking two caring, enthusiastic, and committed Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join its growing Early Years team. If you’re passionate about early childhood development and want to make a meaningful impact, this is your opportunity to thrive in a child-centred, inclusive setting.
Your Opportunity:
•Support the learning and development of children in the Nursery
•Deliver engaging, play-based learning aligned with EYFS
•Observe and assess children’s progress
•Maintain a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment
•Build strong relationships with families and external professionals
What We’re Looking For:
•Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification
•GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English
•Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
•Knowledge of child development and safeguarding procedures
•Awareness of health and safety in a nursery setting
•Excellent communication and teamwork skills
•Legal right to work in the UK (Visa sponsorship is not available)
What the School Offers:
•A nurturing, inclusive school culture
•Opportunities for career progression across a wider school cluster
•Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
•Flexible working options and generous holiday allowance
•Staff wellbeing initiatives and benefits portal
•A collaborative community committed to excellence in education
Compliance Requirements
This primary school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to:
•Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service
•Proof of right to work in the UK
•Two satisfactory references
•Photographic ID and original qualification certificates (to be presented at interview)
As part of Hays’ compliance process, successful applicants must also:
•Provide proof of identity and address
•Submit full employment history, with any gaps explained
•Complete reference checks covering the last 2 years
•Undertake safeguarding training prior to placement
•Adhere to Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines
Apply Now
Apply now to become part of a passionate team shaping the future of early education in Croydon.
Not quite the right fit? Hays offers a referral bonus: recommend a candidate and receive a £350 high street voucher when they secure a role through us.
Email: Donia.Kamran@hays.com
Call: 02072598770
INDEDU
