Job Description

Early Years Practitioner / Early Years Educator - Islington, North London
Start Date: January 2026
Pay: £110-£120 per day (PAYE)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (term time only)
Shift Patterns: 8:30am-4:30pm | 9:00am-5:00pm | 10:00am-6:00pm

A friendly, well-established nursery in Islington, North London is seeking a dedicated Early Years Practitioner / Early Years Educator to join their supportive and passionate team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EYFS professional who is committed to delivering high-quality early years education through play-based and child-led learning.

The successful Early Years Practitioner will support children aged 6 months to 4 years, creating a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. The nursery values creativity, strong key-person relationships, and a warm, caring approach to early childhood development.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Hold a CACHE Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)

  • Have proven experience working within a nursery or EYFS setting

  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of the EYFS framework

  • Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate activities

  • Support children's personal, social, and emotional development

  • Confidently complete observations, assessments, and documentation

  • Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team

  • Hold Paediatric First Aid (desirable, not essential)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nursery that truly values its practitioners and prioritises children's wellbeing and development.

Apply today to take the next step in your Early Years career.

👉 For more information or to apply, please contact Alex at SANZA Teaching Agency on alex.frost@sanzateaching.com or respond directly to this advert.