Little Elms Daycare Nursery & Pre-Schools
Unqualified Nursery Practitioner
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Unqualified Nursery Practitioner
Nursery Practitioner – Unqualified Nursery Assistant
Department: Little Elms Sydenham Location: Little Elms Daycare Nursery, Sydenham Compensation: £23,795 per year Hours: 40 hours per week Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
Supported by:
- Salary: £23,795 per annum (NEW RATES OF PAY)
- Welcome Bonus: Branded welcome bonus (£500 upon start, £500 at probation end)
- Tuition Reimbursement: Opportunities to gain further qualifications
Little Elms is a family-run business where employee wellbeing, career development and work-life balance are prioritised. All our 11 nurseries offer exceptional care and education with a philosophies based on relationship-centred practice. Our Sydenham nursery is currently seeking a fully dedicated and passionate Nursery Assistant (Unqualified) to support outstanding children’s education and development in our safe, nurturing environment.
Excellent Benefits
✅ Free Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA) ✅ Generous childcare discounts ✅ Excellent transport links ✅ Fully funded and branded uniform ✅ Opportunities for lateral movement across our 11 nurseries ✅ Free online safeguarding training ✅ Increased annual leave with service (extra day per year up to 5 days max) ✅ Enhanced DBS check and background references required
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Responsibilities
- Provide safe, engaging and play-led activities for children aged 0–5 years in a structured yet flexible approach.
- Assist in planning, delivering and documenting daily play sessions alongside qualified staff.
- Support children’s learning, social, emotional and physical development.
- Assist in routine tasks such as feeding, napping, toileting and hygiene aligned with best practice in Early Years.
- Collaborate as part of a family-focused team to deliver a consistent care experience.
- Attend professional development training and updates on best practice in SEND and Early Years education.
- Adhere to all safeguarding policies and audits (e.g. food, infection control, environment).
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Ideal Candidate
- Strong passion and enthusiasm for working with early years children.
- Team player who takes initiative and shows resilience.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) for effective teamwork and children’s care.
- Compulsory: Enhanced DBS certificate and additional employment references required as part of the post’s safeguarding standards.
- Able to commit to 40 hours per week across 4–5 days, with flexibility on shift schedules.
Notice
UK Workplace Compliance: 🚨 Important: The role is not eligible for sponsorship and requires evidence of the right to work in the UK. Our Equal Opportunities Employment Policy expects applicants to fully comply with this requirement and other terms of employment.
🚩 Little Elms Nurseries is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all applications.
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