Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Feltham, TW13 5BB
Permanent, full-time
£27,000 – £28,000 per year
Work location: in person

Join the Monkey Puzzle team and help little minds grow!

Are you a passionate, caring and qualified Early Years Practitioner who loves helping children learn, grow and thrive?

We are looking for a dedicated Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly Feltham team. You will play an important role in creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children feel happy, secure and supported in their development.

Working alongside a supportive team, you will plan engaging activities, support children’s individual learning journeys and build positive relationships with parents and colleagues. If you are enthusiastic about early years education and want to make a real difference to children’s lives, we would love to hear from you!

Why Monkey Puzzle?

People matter at Monkey Puzzle. We believe that when our team feel supported, valued and happy, they can provide the very best care and experiences for the children in our nurseries.

As part of our team, you will benefit from:

  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible working options, recognising the importance of work-life balance
  • Professional development and career progression opportunities, including access to our online training platform and bespoke development pathways
  • Free training sessions to support your professional growth
  • Free parking
  • Access to free counselling and wellbeing support
  • A supportive, wellbeing-focused leadership team
  • Company-wide social events
  • Friday team lunches and monthly birthday celebrations
  • Recognition and rewards for your achievements and contributions

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • A recognised and relevant childcare qualification, ideally Level 3 or above
  • Experience working with children in a nursery or early years setting
  • A good understanding of child development and the EYFS framework
  • A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning, wellbeing and development
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • A caring, patient and positive approach, with the ability to meet the individual needs of children
  • A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities
  • The ability to work effectively as part of a team while using your own initiative
  • A commitment to creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment for every child

Key Responsibilities

Learning & Development

  • Plan and deliver fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development
  • Observe and assess children’s progress, helping them achieve their individual developmental milestones
  • Create a stimulating environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, independence and confidence
  • Follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and relevant nursery policies and procedures

Care & Daily Routines

  • Provide high-quality care, ensuring every child feels safe, valued and included
  • Support children’s daily routines, including meals, sleep, personal care and play
  • Ensure every child’s individual needs and interests are understood and supported
  • Keep accurate and confidential records of children’s progress and care

Safeguarding & Standards

  • Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health, safety and hygiene at all times
  • Follow nursery safeguarding and child protection procedures and report any concerns promptly
  • Help maintain a clean, safe and well-organised nursery environment
  • Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and best practice

Families & Teamwork

  • Build warm, positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
  • Communicate effectively with parents and carers about children’s progress, achievements and individual needs
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a positive, inclusive and supportive nursery environment
  • Contribute ideas and support colleagues to deliver the very best experiences for children

Qualifications & Experience

  • A recognised and relevant childcare qualification, ideally Level 3 or above
  • Experience working with children in a nursery or early years setting
  • A good understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
  • A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities
  • Good knowledge of health, safety and hygiene requirements in an early years setting
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • A genuine passion for creating a nurturing environment where children can learn, develop and thrive

At Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, you will be part of a team that values your contribution, supports your development and celebrates the difference you make every day.

Our Team Perks

We love celebrating our people and the difference they make. Alongside our wider benefits, you can enjoy:

  • Friday Lunch on Us
  • Monthly Birthday Celebrations
  • Achievement Recognition Surprises
  • Professional Development & Career Pathways
  • Wellbeing & Counselling Support
  • Company-Wide Social Events
  • Free Meals
  • Free Parking

Ready to join our Feltham team?

Pay: £27,000.00 – £28,000.00 per year
Hours: Permanent, full-time
Location: Feltham, TW13 5BB (in person)