Job Description

Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse - Baby Room

Hackney, East London

£18.04 per hour Term-Time Only

Full-Time September 2026 Start

Make a Lasting Difference During a Child's Earliest Years

Do you have a passion for supporting babies as they take their first steps in learning and development? Are you looking for a rewarding role in a welcoming, child-centred environment where your contribution is genuinely valued?

SANZA Teaching Agency is proud to be working with a thriving Children's Centre in Hackney to recruit a dedicated Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse to join their nurturing Baby Room team from September 2026.

This popular Children's Centre is part of a well-respected primary school community and has earned an excellent reputation for delivering exceptional early years care and education. With a supportive

leadership team, experienced colleagues and a strong focus on professional development, this is an excellent opportunity for an Early Years professional looking for a long-term role.

What Makes This Opportunity Special?

Join a warm, welcoming Baby Room where every child is known and supported as an individual

Work alongside an experienced and collaborative Early Years team

Be part of a highly regarded Children's Centre connected to a successful primary school

Enjoy the benefits of term-time only working

Competitive hourly rate of £18.04

Paid trial days available immediately

Long-term opportunity starting in September 2026

This is an opportunity to become part of a setting where staff wellbeing is valued just as highly as the children's learning and development.

The Role

Working within the Baby Room, you'll help create a caring, stimulating environment where babies feel safe, secure and inspired to explore the world around them.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting babies' learning, development and emotional wellbeing through high-quality interactions

Planning engaging, play-based activities that promote curiosity and early development

Observing children's progress and contributing to individual learning journeys

Building positive relationships with parents and carers

Supporting communication, physical, personal, social and emotional development

Working closely with colleagues to maintain an outstanding learning environment

Every day offers new opportunities to celebrate children's achievements and support their individual milestones.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

Holds a relevant Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above preferred)

Has previous experience working with babies or within an Early Years setting

Is caring, patient and passionate about giving children the very best start in life

Has a good understanding of the EYFS framework and child development

Enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive team

Builds strong relationships with children, families and colleagues

Why Join This Children's Centre?

This is a setting where teamwork, kindness and high-quality practice go hand in hand. Staff are encouraged to share ideas, develop professionally and work together to provide the very best experiences for every child.

If you're looking for a role where you'll feel supported, appreciated and able to make a genuine impact from your first day, we'd love to hear from you.

Paid trial days and interviews are taking place now, with the successful candidate joining the team in September 2026.

Apply Today

To find out more or arrange a paid trial day, please contact Stephanie Watson at SANZA Teaching Agency.

Why Choose SANZA Teaching Agency?

As a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer, SANZA Teaching Agency provides access to over 30 accredited CPD courses, dedicated consultant support and exciting opportunities across London's leading schools and early years settings.

SANZA Teaching Agency is REC Audited Education Gold Standard accredited and is committed to safeguarding, promoting equality of opportunity and supporting inclusive recruitment practices.