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Join the Happywoods Team

Studio photography of a smiling female teacher standing in a clean, modern preschool classroom. The warm, well-lit environment features wooden shelves, educational books, and plants, creating a friendly academic atmosphere.
Now hiring Early Years Practitioners, Apprentices and Management roles

Become part of a nursery family where educators and apprentices stay long term because they feel truly valued. We pride ourselves on low turnover and a culture of mutual respect, ensuring every person is supported while growing their career.

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Highly competitive salary bandings benchmarked above London averages.

Time to Reset

Enjoy paid annual Wellness Days and automatic paid leave on your birthday to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

Why Work at Happywoods?
Funded Growth

We provide fully funded pathways for Level 3 qualifications, Early Years Degrees, and Level 3 Forest School Leader training.

Holistic Wellbeing

Benefit from a fully subsidised Cycle-to-Work scheme, discounted public transport, and 24/7 access to mental health counselling.

Nursery Manager – – St. Mildreds Rd, Lewisham

£47,000 - £50,000 / year + £3,000 KPI Bonus • Full-time (40 hrs/wk) • 33 days holiday & birthday off.

Deputy Nursery Manager – St. Mildreds Rd, Lewisham

£35,000 - £39,000 / year • Full-time • Cycle-to-work, free parking, discounted meals.

Early Years Practitioner Level 3 – Heene Rd, Enfield

£13.50 - £14.00 / hour • Full-time / Flexitime • Birthday off, Spa Day, 28 days holiday, fully paid training.

Current Live Vacancies

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Role You Are Interested In
Qualification Level

Tell us a bit about yourself and the role you’re interested in.

Happywoods Nursery is committed to safeguarding. All successful applicants will undergo strict safer recruitment procedures, including an Enhanced DBS check and reference verification.

Room Practitioners

  • Qualified Level 2 or 3 in Early Years (or equivalent) with a passion for creative education. A nurturing, friendly individual who thrives in a nature-inspired, play-based environment. A committed team player focused on child wellbeing and creative exploration. Benefit from our monthly pedagogy workshops and continuous professional development.
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Leadership & Room Leaders

Step into a role where your expertise shapes the future. We empower our Room Leaders, Deputies, and Managers with the autonomy to lead their teams, drive our nature-led curriculum, and maintain our culture of excellence.

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Apprenticeships

  • Gain a Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification while earning in a supportive, hands-on environment.Learn from our experienced nursery team and develop your skills in our woodland-inspired rooms.Perfect for energetic, nurturing individuals who have a genuine passion for early years education. Gain hand-on experience alongside a dedicated mentor while earning your Level 2 or 3 qualification in our nature-inspired rooms.
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