We are looking for a passionate and experienced Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team on a full-time basis.
You will play a key role in creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment, supporting children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.
The successful candidate will:
Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS
Build warm, positive relationships with children and families
Observe, assess and plan activities based on children’s interests and developmental needs
Support children’s emotional wellbeing and behaviour positively
Maintain a safe, clean and organised room environment
Work effectively as part of a team and contribute to staff meetings and training
Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times
Essential:
Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework
Experience working in a nursery or early-years setting
A warm, caring and professional approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Desirable:
Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to train)
Safeguarding training
Experience with planning and key worker responsibilities
A beautiful, creative working environment
Supportive leadership and a close-knit team
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Pippin Nursery is a warm, inspiring early-years setting on Abbey Rd, West Hampstead, offering high-quality care and education for children aged 2–5 years.
We are a nurturing, creative nursery with a strong focus on the arts. Our beautiful setting is housed in a light-filled hall with high vaulted ceilings, creating a calm and uplifting environment where children are encouraged to explore, create and grow in confidence.
At Pippin, we believe in:
-Child-led learning
-Emotional wellbeing
-Fostering creativity and imagination through art, music and dance
-Gentle structure and consistency
-Strong, respectful relationships with children and families
Our children enjoy a rich balance of free play, structured learning, and specialist-led sessions, all supported by a loving and highly-skilled team.
Pippin Nursery is a place for curious minds, kind hearts, and joyful learning — and we’re proud of the warm, supportive culture we’ve created for both children and staff.