Early Years Practitioner

Salary: £26,937 - £28,546 (actual salary)

Hours:

35 hours per week Working Pattern:
Term Time (39 weeks per year)

Location:

Hayes, West London

Contract:

Permanent or Long-Term Contract Available

Start Date:

ASAP/ 2nd November 2026 latest

A welcoming and well-established primary school in Hayes is seeking an enthusiastic and caring Level 3 Nursery Nurse to join its Early Years team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Early Years practitioner who is passionate about supporting young children's development and helping them make the best possible start to their educational journey. The school is happy to consider candidates seeking either a permanent position or a long-term contract role.

• Supporting children within a busy and nurturing nursery provision
• Encouraging learning through play and structured activities
• Supporting children's social, emotional and educational development
• Creating a safe, engaging and positive learning environment
• Working closely with teachers, nursery staff and parents
• Acting as a positive role model for young children

• Holds a recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification (CACHE, NVQ or equivalent)
• Has previous experience working within a nursery or school-based Early Years setting
• Is caring, energetic and enthusiastic
• Has a strong understanding of child development and the EYFS framework
• Can build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Paediatric First Aid qualification desirable but not essential

• Salary of £26,937 - £28,546 (actual)
• Permanent or long-term contract opportunities available
• Supportive and experienced Early Years team
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
• Friendly and inclusive school environment

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.

• 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 have willing to attend a registration interview

'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.'