Senior Nursery Practitioner
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.91 to £18.00 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Pay Rate: £13.91 PAYE / £18.00 Umbrella |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Penge, South East London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Neway International Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | OR23404 |
Summary
Neway International are seeking two Senior Nursery Practitioners to join our client based with Bromley Council.
Location: Chestnut Grove, Penge, London, SE20 8PD
Hours: 36 hours per week
Start Date: 02/03/2026
Duration: (initially for a 3 month contract, extended after review)
Pay Rate: £13.91 PAYE / £18.00 Umbrella
About the Client
Bromley Council’s Children, Education & Families service provides high‑quality early years education and childcare across the borough. Their nurseries support children’s development, wellbeing and school readiness through safe, nurturing and stimulating environments.
The Role
This temporary role supports the nursery team in delivering high‑quality early years provision. The postholders will work directly with children, supporting learning, development and safeguarding in line with EYFS requirements. The role requires an early years qualification, strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a busy nursery environment.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging, age‑appropriate activities
Promoting children’s learning and development in line with EYFS standards
Ensuring children’s safety, wellbeing and safeguarding at all times
Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
Observing, recording and reporting on children’s progress
Supporting daily routines including meals, personal care and transitions
Maintaining a clean, safe and stimulating learning environment
Working collaboratively as part of the nursery team
Candidate Requirements
Early Years qualification (Level 3 or equivalent)
Experience working in a nursery or early years setting
Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding requirements
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Reliable, professional and committed to high‑quality childcare
Location: Chestnut Grove, Penge, London, SE20 8PD
Hours: 36 hours per week
Start Date: 02/03/2026
Duration: (initially for a 3 month contract, extended after review)
Pay Rate: £13.91 PAYE / £18.00 Umbrella
About the Client
Bromley Council’s Children, Education & Families service provides high‑quality early years education and childcare across the borough. Their nurseries support children’s development, wellbeing and school readiness through safe, nurturing and stimulating environments.
The Role
This temporary role supports the nursery team in delivering high‑quality early years provision. The postholders will work directly with children, supporting learning, development and safeguarding in line with EYFS requirements. The role requires an early years qualification, strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a busy nursery environment.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging, age‑appropriate activities
Promoting children’s learning and development in line with EYFS standards
Ensuring children’s safety, wellbeing and safeguarding at all times
Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
Observing, recording and reporting on children’s progress
Supporting daily routines including meals, personal care and transitions
Maintaining a clean, safe and stimulating learning environment
Working collaboratively as part of the nursery team
Candidate Requirements
Early Years qualification (Level 3 or equivalent)
Experience working in a nursery or early years setting
Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding requirements
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Reliable, professional and committed to high‑quality childcare