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Qualified Nursery Practitioner - Maternity Cover
Location: Forest Hill SE23
Hours: 8 hours shift Monday to Thursday (Fridays closed)
Salary: £12.50 to £15.00 per hour
Contract: Temporary, Full-time (November 2025 to July 2026)
We are looking for a Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join an outstanding Nursery organisation located in Forest Hill South London.
This is a maternity cover position in our preschool room starting in November 2025 and ending in July 2026.
Our client is happy to schedule tthe candidate in for 1 or 2 days/week to settle into the routine / settings.of the nursery.
The Role:
Day-to-day tasks include working in partnership with parents, carers, and professionals to promote the well-being of the children, implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, and assisting with creative displays within the Nursery.
What we’re looking for
* Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
* Previous experience working within an Early Years setting – ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator or similar
* Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments
* Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
* Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children
* Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carers
* Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults
All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide two suitable references
To join our team as a Nursery Practitioner – email your most up-to-date CV.
Plus Staff Recruitment a specialist Early Years and Education Recruitment Company working with nurseries and education settings across Greater 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
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