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Nursery Practitioner – Chingford, E4 Permanent | Competitive Salary | Full-Time We are currently recruiting for a Nursery Practitioner to join a well-established day nursery and preschool in Chingford, London, E4 7RS. The nursery is set in a restored lodge on the edge of Epping Forest and offers children a warm, nurturing environment with extensive outdoor learning opportunities, including a spacious garden and a forest-school-inspired preschool area. The Role As a Nursery Practitioner, you will support children’s learning, development and wellbeing in line with the EYFS, helping to create a safe, engaging and stimulating environment. You will be responsible for: * Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities * Supporting children’s social, emotional and physical development * Completing observations and developmental tracking * Carrying out key-person responsibilities * Supporting children with daily routines and promoting independence * Building positive relationships with parents and carers * Working closely with colleagues and the wider nursery team * Maintaining high safeguarding and health and safety standards Requirements * Ideally hold a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification * Previous Early Years or nursery experience * Good understanding of the EYFS * Strong safeguarding knowledge * Caring, reliable and enthusiastic approach * Strong communication and teamwork skills Benefits The nursery group offers a strong employee benefits package, including: * Competitive salary * 33 days’ annual leave including bank holidays * Christmas and New Year shutdown * An additional wellbeing day * Flexible working options * Discounted childcare * Employee benefits and retail discounts * Ongoing training and professional development * Career progression opportunities This is a permanent opportunity within a supportive setting that places a strong emphasis on professional development and high-quality Early Years education