Job Description
Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse - Baby Room
Hackney, East London
£18.04 per hour | Term-Time Only
Full-Time | September 2026 Start
Make a Lasting Difference During a Child's Earliest Years
Do you have a passion for supporting babies as they take their first steps in learning and development? Are you looking for a rewarding role in a welcoming, child-centred environment where your contribution is genuinely valued?
SANZA Teaching Agency is proud to be working with a thriving Children's Centre in Hackney to recruit a dedicated Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse to join their nurturing Baby Room team from September 2026.
This popular Children's Centre is part of a well-respected primary school community and has earned an excellent reputation for delivering exceptional early years care and education. With a supportive
leadership team, experienced colleagues and a strong focus on professional development, this is an excellent opportunity for an Early Years professional looking for a long-term role.
What Makes This Opportunity Special?
Join a warm, welcoming Baby Room where every child is known and supported as an individual
Work alongside an experienced and collaborative Early Years team
Be part of a highly regarded Children's Centre connected to a successful primary school
Enjoy the benefits of term-time only working
Competitive hourly rate of £18.04
Paid trial days available immediately
Long-term opportunity starting in September 2026
This is an opportunity to become part of a setting where staff wellbeing is valued just as highly as the children's learning and development.
The Role
Working within the Baby Room, you'll help create a caring, stimulating environment where babies feel safe, secure and inspired to explore the world around them.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting babies' learning, development and emotional wellbeing through high-quality interactions
Planning engaging, play-based activities that promote curiosity and early development
Observing children's progress and contributing to individual learning journeys
Building positive relationships with parents and carers
Supporting communication, physical, personal, social and emotional development
Working closely with colleagues to maintain an outstanding learning environment
Every day offers new opportunities to celebrate children's achievements and support their individual milestones.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
Holds a relevant Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above preferred)
Has previous experience working with babies or within an Early Years setting
Is caring, patient and passionate about giving children the very best start in life
Has a good understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
Enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive team
Builds strong relationships with children, families and colleagues
Why Join This Children's Centre?
This is a setting where teamwork, kindness and high-quality practice go hand in hand. Staff are encouraged to share ideas, develop professionally and work together to provide the very best experiences for every child.
If you're looking for a role where you'll feel supported, appreciated and able to make a genuine impact from your first day, we'd love to hear from you.
Paid trial days and interviews are taking place now, with the successful candidate joining the team in September 2026.
Apply Today
To find out more or arrange a paid trial day, please contact Stephanie Watson at SANZA Teaching Agency.
📞 020 7845 6240
📧 Stephanie.Watson@sanzateaching.com
Why Choose SANZA Teaching Agency?
As a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer, SANZA Teaching Agency provides access to over 30 accredited CPD courses, dedicated consultant support and exciting opportunities across London's leading schools and early years settings.
SANZA Teaching Agency is REC Audited Education Gold Standard accredited and is committed to safeguarding, promoting equality of opportunity and supporting inclusive recruitment practices.
