Nursery Nurse

At Newpark Childcare, we know that our team is the foundation of our success.

Your dedication, reliability, and hard work allow us to provide children, parents, and colleagues with exceptional care and attention.

We also understand that working in early years education is physically demanding, mentally engaging, and sometimes emotionally challenging.

That’s why we’re committed to keeping our staff happy, supported, and fulfilled.

We’re proud to be the UK’s first private nursery accredited by the London Living Wage, ensuring that our team is fairly rewarded for their invaluable work.

Working at Newpark means being part of a strong, successful organisation that believes passionately in the importance of children’s formative years and Montessori education.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a real difference in children’s lives.

Salary: £15.30 per hour (Level 2) | £16.30 per hour (Level 3) | £14.80 per hour (unqualified) Hours: Full-time | 4 days/week | 10 hours/day | Permanent, all year round

As a Nursery Nurse, you’ll help provide child-led, high-quality early years care, ensuring every child thrives in a safe, nurturing environment.

You will:

Support the learning and development of children under 3

Plan and implement creative, engaging activities

Work collaboratively with your team to deliver outstanding care

Follow nursery policies and procedures while maintaining high standards of practice

Promote diversity, equality, and inclusion within the setting

We value our staff and offer a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits:

Competitive pay: £15.30/hour (Level 2) | £16.30/hour (Level 3) | £14.80/hour (unqualified)

Healthcare Cash Plan – get cash back on healthcare costs

Free virtual GP

mProve YOURSELF app – wellbeing support

Excellent promotion opportunities

Extra holiday for great attendance (up to 4 extra days/year )

Loyalty bonuses for length of service (£250–£1,000), with personal gifts at 7 years and holiday contribution at 10 years

Monthly “Outstanding Newparker” recognition awards

Bounty Hunter referral scheme (£250–£1,000)

Shopping discounts and vouchers

Family-friendly benefits including:

Flexible working arrangements

10% childcare staff discount (under 3s, subject to availability)

Workplace pension

Staff parties and social events

Paid lunch breaks

A welcoming, supportive workplace with talented managers and friendly colleagues

We’re looking for a team member who is warm, attentive, and passionate about children’s development.

You will ideally have:

A full and relevant Early Years Qualification (preferred)

working with children under 5 – essential

Fluent English – essential

A flexible, positive approach

Creativity and the ability to implement daily activities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Commitment to safeguarding and protecting children

Ability to work effectively with colleagues as part of a team

Willingness to complete a DBS check and provide references

Newpark Childcare is an equal opportunities employer, fully committed to safeguarding children.

All applicants will undergo thorough reference and DBS checks.