Nursery Nurse

Qualified Nursery Nurse
Location: Dartford, DA1
Pay: £90–£110 per day
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start date: 1 September 2026
Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are available for candidates with extensive experience and relevant training. Pay is determined in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

Transparency Education is looking for a warm, knowledgeable and proactive Nursery Nurse to join an early years setting in Dartford.
This full-time role is ideal for an early years professional who is passionate about giving young children a secure, stimulating and positive start to their education. You will help create purposeful learning experiences through play while supporting children’s communication, physical development, confidence and emotional wellbeing.

The role
As a Nursery Nurse, you will:
• Provide safe, engaging and age-appropriate learning activities.
• Support children’s development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Encourage communication, language, early literacy and early mathematical understanding.
• Plan or contribute to child-led and adult-directed activities.
• Observe children and record relevant progress and development.
• Help identify children who may require additional support.
• Support positive behaviour, independence and emotional regulation.
• Build professional relationships with parents, carers and colleagues.
• Assist with meals, toileting, changing and personal care when required.
• Maintain a clean, organised and stimulating learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, first-aid and confidentiality procedures.

About you
We are seeking someone who:
• Holds a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 early years or childcare qualification.
• Has practical experience in a nursery, preschool, reception class or similar setting.
• Understands the EYFS framework and child-development milestones.
• Can create engaging learning opportunities using play, stories, movement and exploration.
• Is observant and able to recognise changes in a child’s development or wellbeing.
• Communicates sensitively with children, families and colleagues.
• Is dependable, energetic and comfortable working as part of a busy team.
• Understands professional boundaries and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Paediatric first-aid training and experience supporting children with SEND would be beneficial but are not essential.

What this opportunity offers
• Competitive daily pay of £90–£110.
• A full-time, long-term position from September.
• Valuable experience within a supportive early years environment.
• Opportunities to develop your EYFS knowledge and practical skills.
• The chance to make a visible difference during a crucial stage of children’s development.
• Potential access to future nursery, reception and primary-school opportunities.

Why work via Transparency Education?

Transparency Education are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact us directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Transparency Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.