JOIN ONE OF THE UK’S MOST RESPECTED NURSERIES IN A WORLD-LEADING UNIVERSITY SETTING.

The UCL Day Nursery is a well-established, inclusive and nurturing setting located in the heart of UCL’s historic Bloomsbury campus. Rated ‘Good with Outstanding Features’ by Ofsted, we provide high-quality care and early education for the children of UCL staff and students. We’re now looking for passionate and professional Early Years Practitioners to join our team.

✅ WHAT YOU BRING

We’re looking for someone who is energetic, compassionate and committed to delivering exceptional care and education. You’ll need:

• A Level 3 qualification in Early Years and Education (NNEB/NVQ or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a nursery setting working with children 0–5
• A thorough understanding of EYFS, child development and safeguarding practices
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A flexible and collaborative mindset

Experience with Forest School or Reggio Emilia approaches, and confidence with Ofsted standards, are desirable but not essential.
The working pattern for this role will be Monday – Friday, either 8.30-16.30 or 9.30 – 17.30, with a longer day on Thursdays to allow for all-staff meetings.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As an Early Years Practitioner, you’ll play a key role in providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children aged 0–5. You will:

• Act as a Key Worker to a group of children, planning and observing learning through play
• Deliver engaging, child-led activities aligned with the EYFS framework
• Build strong, respectful partnerships with parents and carers
• Promote a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive
• Support nursery routines, meal times, outdoor play, and learning across both nursery sites

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday: 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days (pro rata for part time staff)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme (pro rata for part time staff)
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insuranc