Job overview
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to care for the children of staff at the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust. We require a reliable, flexible member of the team showing initiative and commitment. An ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form will be essential. Applicants must have a minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education and level A-C in GCSE English. In addition you should have experience of working effectively with a staff team in full day care.
For an informal discussion, please contact Lucy Sinclair , Nursery Manager on 0208 661 3002.
Main duties of the job
To be a reliable member of the team, working to provide a positive environment, fostering children’s all-round development. Maintaining high standards of care for the children who use the nursery at all times.
Key working relationships Internal: parents/ colleagues External: other internal departments
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
- To work in partnership with other team members, providing support and assistance in all areas of the nursery as necessary.
- To provide excellent care and education to children within the area of work.
- To plan and implement activities/experiences which are appropriate to children’s needs and stages of development, using the EYFS curriculum and OFSTED guidelines.
- To work with OFSTED and the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage and Early Childhood Environment Rating (ECERS). Work with the team to carry out a termly audit of the provision.
- To have a good awareness of children’s individual/group needs, and a good understanding of childcare issues and child development.
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This advert is for Nursery Practitioner with The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Nurse practitioner role. The advertised salary is £30,142 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 11 Jun 2026.
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