Early Years Practitioner

Wandsworth Co; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare provider in Greater London is seeking two Early Years Practitioners for a full-time, permanent position at Eastwood Day Nursery. The role involves supporting the development and learning of children aged 8 weeks to 5 years. Candidates must have a childcare qualification, good communication skills, and experience working with young children. Benefits include 32 paid holiday days and opportunities for professional development. Applications should be submitted via email.

Benefits

32 paid holiday days

Local Government pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Interest-free loans on annual travel cards

Qualifications

• NNEB certificate or NVQ level 3 or BTEC in Child Care.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Experience working with children from 0 to 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and learning of children aged 8 weeks to 5 years.
• Record and report on children's progress effectively.
• Collaborate with a team committed to high-quality early years care and education.

Skills

Knowledge of the EYFS

Good communication skills

Experience of working with children aged 0-5 years

Education

NNEB certificate or NVQ level 3 or equivalent childcare level 3 qualification

Job description

# Early Years Practitioner x 2 - Eastwood Day Nursery**36 hours per week (Monday to Friday -Shifts between 7.45am -6.15pm)** **Full-Time - Permanent Post** **THIS IS AN ALL-YEAR ROUND POSITION IN OUR DAY NURSERY** **(Term time only applications may be considered)**We are looking to recruit two Early Years Practitioners for Eastwood Day Nursery. You will be responsible to the Day Nursery Manager and Team Leaders in supporting the development and learning of children aged 8 weeks to 5 years. You will be part of a dynamic team of practitioners committed to the delivery of high-quality early years’ care and education in partnership with parents and carers. In addition to developing your personal and professional role as an Early Years’ Practitioner, you will have the following personal attributes and experience or skills and qualifications * NNEB certificate, NVQ level 3 or BTEC in Child Care (2-year course) or equivalent childcare level 3 qualification* Knowledge of the EYFS* Good communication skills with an ability to record and report on children’s progress in writing and verbally* Experience of working with children aged 0-5 years. **Benefits**We offer a generous holiday allowance of 32 paid days (pro rata) excluding bank holidays and a range of learning and development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and interest-free loans on annual travel cards. **An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below****.****Completed application should be returned by email to -** **[e-mail]** **Closing date: Monday 2nd February 2026 (at noon)** **Interview date: either Friday 6th or Friday 13th February 2026**Interview date: We advise the candidates to apply as soon as possible and reserve the right to interview before the closing date and the right to close this advertisement if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check. CVs are not accepted. **Eastwood Day Nursery** **168 Roehampton Lane** **London, SW15 4EU** **Tel: [phone]** **Email:** **[e-mail]** **Headteacher: Emma Furlong**Richmond and Wandsworth Councils### Attached documents| | || --- | --- || Salary | £31,980 - £33,384 per annum (Scale 4) || Job Reference | randw/TP/56/8907 || Contract Type | Term Time || Closing Date | 2 February, 2026 || Job Category | Schools / Academies - Support staff roles || Business Unit | SFS Schools || Location | Greater London, United Kingdom || Posted on | 9 January, 2026 || OpenStreetMap contributorsDirections to### Spread the word