Early Years Practitioner – Forest Hill, London, SE23

Early Years Practitioner – Forest Hill, London, SE23

We are seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join our excellent nursery in Forest Hill, London SE23. We are committed to providing high-quality early education, promoting safeguarding, and creating a nurturing environment for young children.

Salary: £13.00 per hour / £27,000 per annum (depending on experience, qualifications, and age)

Hours: 40 hours across 4 days / Shifts between 8am–6pm

  • Not suitable for term-time or school-hours applicants

Benefits

  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Excellent local transport links (train and bus)
  • Staff lunches cooked onsite daily
  • Pension scheme
  • Loyalty annual leave entitlement
  • 30% childcare discount
  • Staff social events and annual Christmas party
  • Onsite mental health first aider

Responsibilities

  • Provide high standards of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care
  • Support colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment
  • Implement daily routines and engaging activities
  • Ensure children’s safety, wellbeing, and developmental progress

About You

  • Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (full and relevant)
  • 1+ year experience as a Nursery Practitioner or similar role
  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and ratio requirements
  • Ability to plan fun, engaging, child-led activities
  • Friendly, approachable, and confident working within a team
  • Excellent communication skills with families
  • Eligible to work in the UK

Apply Now

Are you a passionate Early Years Practitioner ready to grow your career?

👇 Apply today — let’s get your interview booked in!

To apply for this job email your details to recruitment@smileys-childcare.co.uk.

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