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Nursery Practitioner

Job details
Posting date: 15 January 2026
Salary: £26,600 to £28,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 14 February 2026
Location: Wembley, North West London
Remote working: On-site only
Company: VD Recruitment
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Montessori Nursery

Location: Wembley (HA9)
Salary: £26,600 – £28,000 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week (rotating early & late shifts 7:30am–6:30pm) OR 4 days per week
Contract: Full-time


VD Recruitment is delighted to partner with a leading Independent Montessori Nursery Group in the Wembley & Harrow area. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a warm, supportive, and forward-thinking team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an early years professional who is committed to delivering outstanding childcare and education while continuing their professional development in a Montessori-inspired environment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here
Our client offers an excellent benefits package to support your career, wellbeing, and work-life balance:
• Competitive salary with annual review
• 28 days holiday including Christmas closure and bank holidays
• Extra holiday days increase with length of service
• Workplace pension scheme
• Paid training days and ongoing CPD opportunities
• Weekly non-contact time to complete EYFS observations and planning
• Team-building activities and wellbeing initiatives, including Wellbeing Wednesdays
• Time off in lieu (TOIL) for additional hours
• Staff discounts at Wembley Outlet

Key Responsibilities
• Provide high-quality care and learning experiences in a safe, secure, and stimulating environment
• Observe, assess, and plan for children’s individual learning and development
• Support children’s progress in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Work in partnership with parents and carers, encouraging strong parental involvement
• Attend and support parents’ meetings and nursery open days
• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies are followed at all times
• Carry out regular health & safety checks and risk assessments
• Use the Nursery App for observations, assessments, and communication (training provided)

Person Specification
• Level 3 qualification in Childcare & Education (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding procedures
• Ability to deliver high-quality early years practice
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Confident ICT skills
• Positive, enthusiastic, and a strong team player
• Committed to ongoing professional development

Subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references

If you are a qualified Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking to join a nurturing, progressive, and fun Montessori nursery, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now by sending your CV or Call 07398 846041 for more information.

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