DESIblitz Job: Nursery Practitioner – Up to 31k

Nursery Practitioner – Up to 31k

£28142 - £30410/annum
23/04/2026

Candl Recruitment Ltd

Early Years Practitioner 

Location: London
Salary: £28,142 – £30,410 (depending on experience and qualifications with
regular pay reviews)
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time

Looking for a Nursery Role Where You Feel Valued, Supported, and Able to Progress?

Whether you are a Level 2, Level 3, Room Leader, Third in Charge, or working towards your qualification, this is an opportunity to join a supportive, well-structured nursery that genuinely invests in its team.

With clear progression pathways, strong leadership, and a real focus on staff wellbeing and retention, this role is ideal for someone who wants more than just a job, but a long-term career in early years.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Supportive setting to complete your Level 3 qualification
• Opportunities to progress into Room Leader and Third in Charge roles
• Consistent guidance from an experienced leadership team
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing, retention, and team culture
• Flexible working options to support work life balance

The Role

• Support the day to day care and development of children aged 0 to 5
• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment
• Assist in planning and delivering activities in line with EYFS
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance

What We Are Looking For

• Passion for working with children and early years development
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification or currently working towards
• Experience as a Nursery Assistant, Practitioner, Room Leader, or similar
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child development
• Open to candidates looking to start or progress within childcare

What Is On Offer

• Competitive hourly rate with regular reviews
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Christmas and New Year closure
• Flexible working arrangements
• Childcare discounts
• Pension and life assurance
• Refer a friend bonus
• Wellbeing and support programmes
• Clear progression opportunities within the nursery

Why Apply

This is a nursery that prioritises its people, creates a supportive environment, and focuses on long term development, helping you build a stable and rewarding career.

Apply Now

If you are looking for a role where you can grow, feel supported, and progress in your early years career, apply today.

Please Note
At DESIblitz Jobs we strongly believe in helping our candidates find the right job and that everyone should have the same opportunities to find meaningful work. Our ethos is to promote diversity in the workplace. As one of our candidates your background or ethnicity shouldn't have any impact on your ability to apply for this job.

Posted 3 weeks ago