Qualified Nursery Practitioner in Chiswick

Position

Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above).

Location and Hours

Devonshire Day Nursery, Chiswick, W4 2AH.

Contract: Permanent. Hours: 18‑40 per week. 52 weeks a year.

Working pattern: Full and part‑time options 2‑5 days a week, shifts between 07:30am and 18:30pm.

Pay

£29,473.60‑£34,590.40 per annum (pro‑rata) – £14.17‑£16.63 per hour.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave – 23 days paid per year (pro‑rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.
• Work‑life balance – up to 20 paid days off each year through Partnership Reward Days incentive; you can take leave or sell the days tax‑free.
• Childcare discount – 75% discount (or 40% grand‑parent discount) on fees at any Childbase nursery from day one.
• Exclusive partner benefits – long‑service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts.
• Wellbeing support – free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye‑care vouchers and a free will‑writing service.
• Career development – team inset days, online training and apprenticeships through the Academy.

About You

• Qualified early years professional with a DfE‑approved early years qualification at level 2 or above.
• Skilled in creating opportunities for learning: knowledge of the EYFS to work as a Key Person, planning and implementing high‑quality, engaging activities that promote learning through play, and observing, assessing and recording children’s progress.
• Advocate for safeguarding: ensuring every child feels safe, valued and happy and promoting their well‑being.
• Collaborative: enjoy working in partnership with children, parents and colleagues, communicating effectively and building strong, positive relationships.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds. We are committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required.

Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check.