Nursery Practitioner/Room Leader/ Deputy Manager - Term time only

About Us

We are a warm, nurturing, and well-established private Orthodox Jewish nursery based in Stamford Hill, Hackney. We provide a safe, caring, and stimulating environment where children can grow, learn, and develop in line with the EYFS framework and our community’s values and traditions.

We have job vacancies for Qualified Nursery Practitioner, Room Leader, and Deputy Manager wishing to progress to Manager. For the ambitious candidate, we are looking for somebody who is seeking career progression into a more senior leadership role.

Nursery Practitioner role with Min Level 3 childcare qualification (£28k per year)

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality early years education and care, ensuring all children reach their full potential in a structured and nurturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and education in accordance with the EYFS
• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities
• Monitor, observe, and assess children’s development
• Maintain accurate records and learning journeys
• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers
• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies are followed at all times
• Support children’s personal, social, and emotional development
• Work effectively as part of a team

Requirements

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
• Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Previous nursery experience preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A warm, patient, and nurturing approach
• Understanding and respect for Orthodox Jewish values and culture (essential)
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

Desirable

• Paediatric First Aid qualification
• Experience working within a faith-based setting
• Knowledge of Jewish practice but not essential

What We Offer

• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Competitive salary
• Term-time or flexible working options (if applicable)

Nursery Room Leader with Min Level 3 childcare qualification (£31.5k per year)

Same as above but with below extra responsibility and requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the nursery room
• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and development of all children in your care
• Supervise, support, and mentor room staff to maintain high standards of practice
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress, maintaining accurate learning journeys
• Build positive relationships with parents/carers and provide regular updates on children’s development
• Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating learning environment
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies
• Act as a key person for a group of children

Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent)
• Previous experience working in an early years setting
• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A genuine passion for working with children
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

Nursery Deputy Manager with Min Level 3 childcare qualification (£36K per year)

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager in the overall day-to-day running of the nursery
• Lead the setting in the Manager’s absence, ensuring continuity of high standards
• Ensure all practices comply with EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety regulations
• Supervise, support, and motivate staff, including mentoring and performance management
• Assist with staff rota planning, recruitment, and inductions
• Monitor the quality of teaching and learning, ensuring engaging and age‑appropriate activities
• Oversee children’s observations, assessments, and development records
• Build strong partnerships with parents/carers and handle any concerns professionally
• Ensure the nursery environment is safe, clean, and stimulating at all times
• Support with inspections (e.g., Ofsted) and implementation of action plans
• Promote inclusion, equality, and diversity within the setting
• Act as a safeguarding lead or support safeguarding responsibilities

Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare (minimum); Level 5 or above (desirable)
• Significant experience in an early years setting
• Previous experience in a senior or supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and Ofsted standards
• Sound understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and lead a team effectively
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to manage challenging situations
• Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)

If you are enthusiastic about early years education and would like to work in a values‑led nursery environment, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering letter. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Employment will only be confirmed upon successful completion of all pre‑employment checks. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.