Nursery Practitioner

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference NurseryCentral_1778486485
Closing date June 10, 2026
Location East London, United Kingdom. South East London, United Kingdom. South West London, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Nursery Practitioners - Level 2 & 3

Central London

Daily Supply - 8am-6pm

£14 per hour

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and experienced Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners, to work on a daily supply basis in nurseries across London.

These roles are ideal for childcare professionals who are passionate about supporting early years development and enjoy working in nurturing and engaging environments. This role is ideal for those seeking flexible working opporunities to suit their availability. Roles are to begin asap, and hours are 8am-6pm.

Key Responsibilities for Daily Supply Nursery Pracitioner:

  • Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing through age‑appropriate play and activities during short‑term placements
  • Provide consistent care and maintain routines in line with the nursery's policies and EYFS framework
  • Ensure a safe, clean, and engaging environment throughout the day
  • Adapt quickly to different nursery settings and work collaboratively with existing staff
  • Support individual children's needs as directed, including those with SEND
  • Follow instructions from room leaders or management to ensure the smooth running of the setting
  • Carry out reasonable duties as required during the day to support the nursery team

    • Requirements:

  • A relevant childcare qualification (CACHE Level 2 or Level 3, or equivalent)
  • An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
  • Previous experience working in an early years or primary setting
  • A friendly, proactive, and reliable approach, with a genuine passion for working with children
  • The ability to adapt quickly to different nursery settings
  • Willingness to learn and develop professionally

    • If you wish to be considered for this role, please respond to this advert by sending your up to date CV.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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