Senior Early Years Practitioner (Pre-School)
Posted on Jul 16, 2026 by CV-Library
Wandsworth, Greater London, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£25k - £35k Annual
Full-Time
We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Senior Early Years Practitioner (Pre-School) to join a well-established family-owned nursery in Wandsworth (SW17).
This is a full-time, all-year-round position within a high-quality Early Years setting and is ideal for an experienced Level 3 practitioner who is ready to take the next step into a senior role. The nursery provides a nurturing, child-centred environment with a strong focus on children's wellbeing, independence, and high-quality early years education.
You will be:
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Supporting the day-to-day running of the pre-school room and delivering high-quality teaching and learning
*
Leading by example and mentoring practitioners to maintain outstanding standards of care and education
*
Planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
*
Acting as a key person and building strong relationships with children and their families
*
Monitoring children's progress through observations, assessments, and next-step planning
*
Promoting safeguarding, health and safety, and ensuring full compliance with EYFS requirements
*
Working closely with the Room Leader and management team to support the smooth running of the nursery
*
Contributing to continuous improvement and creating a positive, inclusive learning environment
The successful candidate will hold a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification and have previous experience within a pre-school or Early Years setting, ideally in a senior practitioner role. A strong understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, child development, and supporting colleagues is essential. Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills are required.
Think this could be the role for you? Apply now with your CV!
About UCM Education:
UCM Education works closely with nurseries and schools across the UK to place education professionals into roles where they can thrive. Due to the volume of applications received, we may be unable to contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment
This is a full-time, all-year-round position within a high-quality Early Years setting and is ideal for an experienced Level 3 practitioner who is ready to take the next step into a senior role. The nursery provides a nurturing, child-centred environment with a strong focus on children's wellbeing, independence, and high-quality early years education.
You will be:
*
Supporting the day-to-day running of the pre-school room and delivering high-quality teaching and learning
*
Leading by example and mentoring practitioners to maintain outstanding standards of care and education
*
Planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
*
Acting as a key person and building strong relationships with children and their families
*
Monitoring children's progress through observations, assessments, and next-step planning
*
Promoting safeguarding, health and safety, and ensuring full compliance with EYFS requirements
*
Working closely with the Room Leader and management team to support the smooth running of the nursery
*
Contributing to continuous improvement and creating a positive, inclusive learning environment
The successful candidate will hold a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification and have previous experience within a pre-school or Early Years setting, ideally in a senior practitioner role. A strong understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, child development, and supporting colleagues is essential. Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills are required.
Think this could be the role for you? Apply now with your CV!
About UCM Education:
UCM Education works closely with nurseries and schools across the UK to place education professionals into roles where they can thrive. Due to the volume of applications received, we may be unable to contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment
Reference: 225382604
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Senior Early Years Practitioner (Pre-School)
Posted on Jul 16, 2026 by CV-Library
Wandsworth, Greater London, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£25k - £35k Annual
Full-Time
We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Senior Early Years Practitioner (Pre-School) to join a well-established family-owned nursery in Wandsworth (SW17).
This is a full-time, all-year-round position within a high-quality Early Years setting and is ideal for an experienced Level 3 practitioner who is ready to take the next step into a senior role. The nursery provides a nurturing, child-centred environment with a strong focus on children's wellbeing, independence, and high-quality early years education.
You will be:
*
Supporting the day-to-day running of the pre-school room and delivering high-quality teaching and learning
*
Leading by example and mentoring practitioners to maintain outstanding standards of care and education
*
Planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
*
Acting as a key person and building strong relationships with children and their families
*
Monitoring children's progress through observations, assessments, and next-step planning
*
Promoting safeguarding, health and safety, and ensuring full compliance with EYFS requirements
*
Working closely with the Room Leader and management team to support the smooth running of the nursery
*
Contributing to continuous improvement and creating a positive, inclusive learning environment
The successful candidate will hold a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification and have previous experience within a pre-school or Early Years setting, ideally in a senior practitioner role. A strong understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, child development, and supporting colleagues is essential. Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills are required.
Think this could be the role for you? Apply now with your CV!
About UCM Education:
UCM Education works closely with nurseries and schools across the UK to place education professionals into roles where they can thrive. Due to the volume of applications received, we may be unable to contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment
This is a full-time, all-year-round position within a high-quality Early Years setting and is ideal for an experienced Level 3 practitioner who is ready to take the next step into a senior role. The nursery provides a nurturing, child-centred environment with a strong focus on children's wellbeing, independence, and high-quality early years education.
You will be:
*
Supporting the day-to-day running of the pre-school room and delivering high-quality teaching and learning
*
Leading by example and mentoring practitioners to maintain outstanding standards of care and education
*
Planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
*
Acting as a key person and building strong relationships with children and their families
*
Monitoring children's progress through observations, assessments, and next-step planning
*
Promoting safeguarding, health and safety, and ensuring full compliance with EYFS requirements
*
Working closely with the Room Leader and management team to support the smooth running of the nursery
*
Contributing to continuous improvement and creating a positive, inclusive learning environment
The successful candidate will hold a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification and have previous experience within a pre-school or Early Years setting, ideally in a senior practitioner role. A strong understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, child development, and supporting colleagues is essential. Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills are required.
Think this could be the role for you? Apply now with your CV!
About UCM Education:
UCM Education works closely with nurseries and schools across the UK to place education professionals into roles where they can thrive. Due to the volume of applications received, we may be unable to contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment
Reference: 225382604
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