Job Title: Nursery Practitioner (Deputy / Room Leader) Location: Hammersmith & Fulham, West London Salary: £16 – £20 per hour (dependent on experience) Job Type: Full-Time | Temporary | Long-Term Start Date: 05/05/2026 Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training. Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a passionate and experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to step into a Room Leader or Deputy role within a welcoming and well-established nursery setting in West London.

This role is ideal for someone confident in leading a room or an ambitious practitioner ready to take the next step in their career. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality early years education while supporting the wider team and contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery.

Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage a nursery room, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment • Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework • Monitor and record childrens development, maintaining accurate learning journeys • Support the day-to-day operations of the nursery alongside senior staff • Mentor and support junior practitioners to maintain high standards of care and education • Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues

About the Setting

This is a friendly, community-focused nursery located in a highly sought-after area of Hammersmith & Fulham. The setting offers a supportive leadership team, a collaborative working culture, and a strong focus on staff development and wellbeing.

Location Benefits:

• Excellent transport links via Underground and bus routes • Close proximity to parks and green spaces, supporting outdoor learning • Surrounded by local amenities including cafés, shops, and services • Safe and vibrant area ideal for long-term career stability

Requirements • Level 3 qualification in Early Years (essential) • Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting • Experience leading a room or readiness to progress into a leadership role • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework • A proactive, reliable, and enthusiastic approach • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Whats on Offer • Competitive hourly rate (£16–£20, depending on experience) • Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent placement • Supportive and inclusive working environment • Clear opportunities for career progression and development • Opportunity to work within a well-resourced and established setting

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now 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 Teach-Now 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.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now 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