Nursery Nurse
Transparency Education
Nursery Nurse
Pay: £90–£110 per day
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start date: 1 September 2026
Location: Lewisham, London, SE4
Salary will reflect experience and qualifications in line with the London Teachers Pay Scale.
Help young children build the confidence, language and curiosity that will support them throughout school.
Transparency Education is looking for a nurturing and knowledgeable Nursery Nurse to join an early-years team in Lewisham. You will help create a stimulating environment in which children can learn through play, develop positive relationships and become increasingly independent.
This Nursery Nurse role offers a consistent placement and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to children’s development throughout the academic term.
Your responsibilities
• Plan and lead purposeful play and adult-led learning activities.
• Support children’s communication, physical, social and emotional development.
• Observe children and contribute to accurate learning records.
• Help maintain an engaging, inclusive and well-organised environment.
• Support children with personal care sensitively and respectfully.
• Build professional relationships with parents and carers.
• Identify and report welfare or developmental concerns appropriately.
• Follow EYFS, safeguarding, health and safety procedures.
What we are looking for
The appointed Nursery Nurse will ideally have:
• A recognised Level 3 early-years or childcare qualification.
• Recent experience in a nursery, preschool or school-based EYFS setting.
• A good practical understanding of child development and learning through play.
• Strong observation and communication skills.
• A caring, dependable and organised approach.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs would be welcomed.
Why join?
• Competitive pay of £90–£110 per day.
• Full-time, long-term work from September.
• The opportunity to follow children’s progress over time.
• A collaborative early-years environment.
• Scope to develop your knowledge of school-based EYFS practice.
• Guidance from a dedicated Transparency Education consultant.
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.
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