Nursery Nurse Location: Southwark, 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 recruiting a Nursery Nurse for an early years opportunity in Southwark. You will support children’s learning and care through responsive play, warm interactions and well-established routines. From extending a conversation to helping with a new practical skill, you will notice opportunities to encourage development. We are looking for a qualified practitioner who can balance active involvement with children’s growing independence. Key responsibilities Support purposeful play that develops language, physical skills and social confidence. Contribute observations to planning and share relevant updates with colleagues. Provide personal care sensitively and maintain safe, hygienic learning spaces. Requirements To be eligible for this role and the stated pay, applicants must have: A recognised Level 3 Early Years or childcare qualification suitable for the role. Experience with young children and practical knowledge of the EYFS. Warm communication and dependable teamwork; paediatric first aid 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 A varied early years role combining attentive care with the satisfaction of seeing children develop new abilities. 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 Send your CV, childcare qualification details and the ages you have supported in early years settings. 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