Current Job Vacancies at the Barnes Village Nursery

Are you looking to join The Barnes Village Nursery team?

At The Barnes Village Nursery, we are sometimes looking for new teachers to join our team. They must share our ethos regarding Early Years Education - how the beginning of each unique child’s social and educational journey starts at Nursery and how these years are crucial to their future outcomes. As such, the responsibility of an Early Years Teacher is unparalleled and our teachers take enormous pride in their roles, guiding and helping form young souls as they navigate their early years and prepare for their next steps.

We offer a home-away-from-home environment for the children in our care and that influences how we treat each other here at The Village. We would like to think that we become a family, supporting and nurturing not just the children, but each other along the way. However, like in any role, the more you put in, the more you are likely to be able to take out; the Barnes Village Nursery makes a commitment to its teachers just as its teachers make their commitment to the Nursery.

To apply for any vacancies at The Barnes Village Nursery, email us a copy of your CV with an explanation of why you would be a great addition to our team at info@thebarnesvillagenursery.com or call on 020 8878 5111.

Please contact us for specific details such as: roles / hours / salary, or any other queries or questions you may have.

Are you:

  • Excited to join an experienced, fun, friendly, and professional work environment?

  • Thrilled at the idea of being paid to dress up, paint, play, and sing?

  • Eager to grow and develop professionally?

  • Happy to get up to 40 cuddles a day?

In this role, you will:

  • Create a safe, exciting & engaging home-like learning environment for children.

  • Work as part of an experienced team to build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

  • Plan, organise, and deliver activities that meet the developmental needs of the children.

  • Grow as a teacher and constantly seek new challenges and knowledge.

What we are looking for:

We welcome applications from anyone (qualified or unqualified) who has a willingness to contribute to The Barnes Village Nursery wholeheartedly. Candidates should possess a desire to grow in their position and be enthusiastic, confident and able to inspire and support young children in their development, creating a forever love of learning.

1. Passion for Childcare (Must Haves)

  • Genuine enthusiasm for working with young children and supporting their development.

  • A calm, warm, nurturing, and patient demeanor.

  • Good spoken and written English.

  • Good organisational skills.

  • Commitment to pursuing further educational / training opportunities.

  • A creative mindset to design fun and educational activities.

  • Energy and enthusiasm to keep up with the physical demands of working with young children.

2. Teamwork and Communication (Must Haves)

  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

  • Strong communication skills to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

3. Professionalism (Must Haves)

  • Reliability, punctuality, and a positive attitude.

  • Local or be able to commute easily to Barnes.

  • Awareness of and adherence to health, safety, and safeguarding policies.

4. Relevant Skills and Experience (Like to Haves)

  • Experience in early years or education (professional or personal)

  • Strong understanding of child development, and play-based learning

5. Qualifications (Like to Haves)

  • NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

What we offer:

  • An experienced, knowledgeable, fun and supportive “work”* environment

  • Salary range - based on your own qualifications and experience

  • A number of paid sick days per year

  • Opportunities for career and qualification progression

  • Encouragement of creativity and leadership roles in activities for children

  • Staff development programme

    *the best days are the ones were our work is really play