Nursery Nurse - EYFS
Location: Waltham Forest
Salary: Minimum 100 per day PAYE
Start Date: January 2026
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, full-time, term time only

Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with a welcoming and well-regarded nursery school in Waltham Forest, who are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Nursery Nurse to join their Early Years team from January 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate early year's professional who thrives in a nurturing environment and is keen to make a meaningful difference during the most important stage of a child's development. The successful Nursery Nurse will play a key role in supporting children across the EYFS, helping to create a safe, engaging and stimulating learning environment where every child can flourish.

The role will include:

• Supporting children's learning and development in line with the EYFS framework
• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities
• Promoting positive behaviour and supporting children's emotional and social development
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider EYFS team
• Building strong relationships with children, staff, and parents

The school is looking for a Nursery Nurse who:

• Holds a Level 3 qualification in Early Years/EYFS
• Has at least 1 year of experience working within an EYFS setting
• Has a warm, caring, and patient approach
• Is reliable, proactive, and able to work well as part of a team
• Has a strong understanding of safeguarding and child development

In return, the school offers a supportive leadership team, a positive working environment, and the chance to work in a setting that truly values early years education. The role is full-time, term time only, working 32.5 hours per week, with a minimum daily rate of 100 PAYE.

To apply, please send your CV to (url removed).

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and relevant safeguarding procedures.