Nursery Nurse
Nursery Nurse
Location: Hayes
Contract: Full-time
Salary: MPS / UPS
Start Date: January Start
Application Closing date: 20th November 2026
About the Role
Are you passionate about supporting young children during their early years development? We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Nurse to join a welcoming and supportive nursery setting in Hayes.
The successful candidate will play an important role in providing high-quality care and education for young children, helping them develop essential skills, build confidence and reach their developmental milestones. You will create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children feel happy, secure and encouraged to learn through play.
You will work closely with other nursery practitioners and the wider team to support children’s physical, emotional, social and educational development, ensuring every child receives the care, attention and encouragement they need to thrive.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys working with young children and is committed to delivering high standards of childcare and early years education.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and support engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote children’s learning and development.
- Support children’s development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Encourage children’s communication, language, physical, social and emotional development.
- Assist with daily routines, including feeding, nappy changing, toileting, sleep times and personal care.
- Create a safe, clean, welcoming and stimulating environment for children.
- Observe, monitor and record children’s progress and developmental milestones.
- Build positive and trusting relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
- Promote positive behaviour, independence and confidence through consistent encouragement and support.
- Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and hygiene procedures are followed at all times.
Requirements
- An understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures, with a commitment to promoting children’s safety and well-being.
- Previous nursery or childcare experience would be beneficial.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one, in accordance with the nursery’s recruitment requirements.
What We Offer
- Flexible working to suit your availability.
- Dedicated education consultants who understand your career goals.
- Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.
- Access to training and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply
For more information or to apply, please contact Saba on01494 840 527, or apply below.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and must be willing to comply with all safeguarding requirements.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.