L3 Educator – Nursery – Fulham

We are seeking a dedicated, reliable, and enthusiastic Nursery Educator with a genuine passion for working with babies and toddlers to join a welcoming nursery team as a baby or toddler room key person.

In this key role, you will work alongside the Room Leader playing a vital part in fostering each child’s growth and development by creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.

The ideal candidate will have a kind and nurturing manner, a strong passion for early years education, and a deep commitment to supporting the well being and development of young children.

You will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification and have at least one years’ post qualifying experience working within a childcare setting.

If you are passionate about working with children and have the requisite skills and qualifications, we would love to hear from you.

• Provide a safe, stimulating, and caring environment for babies and young children.
• Contribute to planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities that promote physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Monitor and record the progress of each child, maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Support children's learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

• Supervise meals and mealtimes and where appropriate the preparation of babies’ bottles and meals.
• Ensure that the allergy and dietary requirements of all children within the nursery are adhered to.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of the children at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Conduct daily health and safety checks of the room and equipment.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and report any concerns to the designated safeguarding lead.
• Adhere to all nursery policies and procedures.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a cohesive team environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and continuous professional development.
• Support the Room Leader in the daily running of the nursery room.
• Build positive relationships with parents and caregivers.
• Perform any other duties as required by the Room Leader or Nursery Manager.

• 1 years' post qualification experience in a Pre-school/Nursery Setting (desirable)
• A good understanding of the EYFS Framework.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce or equivalent.
• GCSE Maths / English at Grade C or above or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths.

• Current Paediatric First Aid certification.
• Current Safeguarding certification.
• Current COSHH certification.
• Current Food and Hygiene certification.

• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Physically able to carry out the requirements of the role.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as needed.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)*.