Nursery Nurse Location: Merton, London, England Pay: £93–£110 per day, depending on qualifications and experience. Start date: 23 November 2026; immediate start available Contract: Full-time, temporary, long-term. Hours: Monday to Friday during term time, Exact hours agreed before placement. About the role Transparency Education is seeking a Nursery Nurse for an early years opportunity in Merton. You will help children feel secure enough to investigate, communicate and develop new skills through play and daily care. We are looking for someone who can tune into children’s interests and use conversation, stories and activities to extend learning. You will work with the team to support individual development and positive relationships. Key responsibilities Encourage language and cooperation through shared play, songs and stories. Observe development and contribute ideas for meaningful next steps. Support toileting, meals and other care routines while maintaining safety and dignity. Requirements To be eligible for this role and the stated pay, applicants must have: A recognised Level 3 Early Years or childcare qualification appropriate to the post. Practical EYFS experience and an understanding of young children’s development. A caring, organised approach; paediatric first-aid training is desirable. Appropriate qualifications and training for the responsibilities of the post. Higher rates reflect substantial experience and/or additional relevant training. Pay follows school expectations and AWR, where applicable. What the role offers Use your early years expertise in a role where everyday interactions can become important milestones. Why Transparency Education? We support teachers and school support staff through attentive service and professional development, offering: A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance. A £150 refer-a-friend reward once your referred candidate has worked and been paid for their first 10 days. Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), including equal pay treatment where applicable. Access to a wide range of CPD through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. Apply today Apply with your CV, qualification details and examples of the early years activities you enjoy leading. Email or call (phone number removed). Please include your earliest available start date. If you are not contacted within two working days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We will retain your CV to help you find other education opportunities. Safer recruitment Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We promote equality, challenge discrimination and are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Appointments are subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, references, right-to-work and appropriate safer recruitment checks