Nursery Nurse – Full‑time, Westcliff‑on‑Sea

About the role

Kindred Nurseries is looking for a qualified Nursery Nurse to join its Westcliff‑on‑Sea location. This full‑time, permanent role offers the chance to work in a supportive, inclusive environment where you can help children learn and develop through play.

Key responsibilities

• Provide a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for children to explore and develop.
• Maintain accurate records, observations and reports for each child.
• Support the Room Leader in delivering high‑quality Early Years care and education.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues, using the Satchel app and face‑to‑face communication.
• Implement engaging activities that promote learning through play.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Required profile

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare (essential).
• Extensive knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for qualified roles.
• Positive, can‑do attitude with a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Desirable: previous Early Years experience, paediatric first‑aid, safeguarding training and food hygiene certificate.

Required skills

• Level 2/3 Childcare qualification.
• Understanding of EYFS standards.
• Paediatric first‑aid certification (if held).
• Safeguarding and child protection awareness.
• Food hygiene knowledge.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.00‑£13.70.
• Birthday off, six fully paid sick days, and a cashback healthcare plan.
• Retail discounts, 50 % childcare discount and gym membership offers.
• 24/7 virtual GP access, counselling support and personal financial advisor.
• Pension scheme, learning platform access and clear career progression pathways.
• Supportive, family‑like culture with a high employee recommendation rate.