Early Years Practitioner – 4‑day week, £27.5k‑£30k

About the role

We are seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join our nursery in Teddington. You will work 40 hours a week with the option to compress your schedule into four days, giving you an extra day off each week. This role offers a supportive environment where you can develop your teaching practice while contributing to children’s early development.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver our ‘learning through play’ ethos across daily activities.
• Design and implement innovative, age‑appropriate learning experiences.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Promote child welfare and adhere to all safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of children’s progress and daily routines.

Required profile

• NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalent (e.g., NNEB, Montessori Diploma, Early Years Degree, QTS).
• Demonstrated knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic about early childhood education.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary £27,500‑£30,000 per annum.
• 4‑day week option for flexible working.
• 33 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
• In‑house and external training during working hours.
• Career progression across a network of nurseries.
• Employee discounts, wellbeing centre, and assistance programme.