Job Description

Nursery Nurse – Level 3 Qualified – Hackney – ASAP Start – Full Time

***Nursery Nurse required for Nursery in Hackney

***Nursery Nurse must hold Level 3 Early Years Qualification

***Nursery Nurse required with Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

***Nursery Nurse required with at least 1 year of UK nursery experience

***Nursery Nurse role available for immediate start

The Role – Nursery Nurse

We are currently seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable Nursery Nurse to join a welcoming early years setting based in Hackney.

As a Nursery Nurse, you will be responsible for supporting the learning, development, and care of children aged 0–5 within a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. You will play a key role in helping children develop their social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills through structured play, early learning activities, and positive interaction.

Daily responsibilities will include supporting the planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities, assisting with personal care routines, encouraging early communication and language development, and ensuring all children are engaged and supported in line with EYFS standards.

The ideal Nursery Nurse will be warm, patient, and proactive, with the ability to build strong relationships with children, parents, and staff. A strong understanding of safeguarding and child development is essential.

Requirements – Nursery Nurse

* Level 3 Qualification in Childcare / Early Years (essential)

* Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (essential)

* Minimum 1 year of nursery or early years experience (essential)

* Strong understanding of EYFS framework

* Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures

* Ability to support personal care routines where required

* Excellent communication and teamwork skills

* Passion for early years education and child development

The Setting – Nursery Nurse

This is a friendly and supportive early years setting in Hackney, committed to providing high-quality childcare and early education. The nursery promotes a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child is supported to thrive and reach their full potential.

Staff work collaboratively as part of a dedicated team, with a strong focus on safeguarding, child wellbeing, and continuous professional development.

If this Nursery Nurse role sounds like the right opportunity for you, please get in touch with Katie at Education First Recruitment for further information