Senior Nursery Practitioner

Job summary

Senior Nursery Practitioner (Level 3)

Full Time | Permanent | 37 Hours Per Week (4 Days)
Greenwich, South East London
Salary: £13.71 per hour

A well-established, community-focused Early Years setting in Greenwich, South East London is seeking an experienced Senior Nursery Practitioner to join their established and supportive team.

This role is ideal for a confident, values-driven practitioner who enjoys leading by example, supporting colleagues and delivering high-quality, child-centred practice. The setting places strong emphasis on learning through play, meaningful experiences and warm, respectful relationships with children and families.

About the Role

• 37 hours per week, worked across 4 days
• Shift pattern between 7:45am – 6:00pm
• Act as a role model for high-quality Early Years practice
• Support the day-to-day running of the room
• Mentor and support less experienced practitioners
• Contribute to planning, observations and personalised learning
• Work closely with room leaders and management to maintain high standards

About the Setting

• 100 children on roll
• 5 rooms
• Team of 30 staff
• Strong community links and parent partnerships
• Enabling environments designed to support play, curiosity and development

The team culture is professional, supportive and collaborative, with a strong focus on internal progression and continuous development.

Ethos & Values

The setting’s practice is guided by a clear commitment to:

• Learning through play
• Building warm, trusting relationships
• High-quality interactions
• Inclusive, child-centred care
• Supporting children to become confident, resilient and independent learners
• Ongoing professional reflection and development

Senior practitioners are trusted to bring ideas, initiative and leadership into the setting while supporting a consistent, high-quality approach.

What They’re Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
• Experience in a senior or room-based leadership role (or readiness to step up)
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS
• Confidence mentoring and supporting team members
• Calm, nurturing and professional approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and best practice

Training, CPD & Progression

• Full access to SSS Learning (all courses available to all staff)
• Clear internal progression pathways
• Funded training to support leadership development
• Opportunities for Level 5 qualifications and further specialist training
• Management team committed to supporting career goals

Holidays & Benefits

• 6.5 weeks holiday, inclusive of bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme, including wellbeing support and 24-hour helpline
• Additional wellbeing perks and resources
• Supportive leadership and long-term career development
• No on-site parking (excellent public transport links)

Interview Process

• Single-stage interview
• 2–3 hour room trial as part of the process

If you’re an experienced practitioner ready to take the next step or already working at senior level and looking for a values-led, supportive setting, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact.