Life At Abacus Ark

SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY

From your very first day, you’ll be welcomed into a team that feels more like family – supportive, inclusive, and always ready to help you grow.

ROOM TO GROW

Many of our staff progress from assistant to manager, supported every step of the way with mentoring, training and real opportunities to develop.

MEANINGFUL WORK

Every day, you’ll make a lasting impact – nurturing children, supporting families, and building a career with real purpose.

Why Choose Abacus Ark

At Abacus Ark, we see education as a partnership. Families, communities, and our dedicated team all play a part in creating rich, purposeful learning experiences for children. By choosing to work with us, you’re joining a nursery that values curiosity, creativity, and care in equal measure. Our approach ensures children thrive in safe, inspiring environments, supported by teachers and practitioners who are passionate about making a real difference every day.

What Our Team Say

Real voices from our nurseries — short quotes you can expand for more.

Abbie
Abbie
Earlsfield

From my very first day, I felt welcomed by a team that truly cares.

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Working at Abacus Ark is incredibly fulfilling. The environment is nurturing and supportive, with a shared passion for helping children grow. Abacus Ark has given me amazing opportunities to develop and return even stronger.
Alysa
Alysa
Clapham Junction

The children love forest school — and staff are encouraged to grow and learn.

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After two years at Abacus Ark, I love the extra-curricular opportunities children enjoy—especially forest school. Staff are supported to upskill; my potty-training course has been so useful. My own little boy attends too, and the team are brilliant with him.
Ilaria
Ilaria
Wandsworth

Abacus Ark is more than a workplace — it’s a community and a second family.

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I joined in 2017 after moving from Italy. I progressed from assistant to manager, fully supported along the way. Bringing my passion to life with early years children has been incredibly rewarding.
Simona
Simona
Multi-site

I love being a secure base for children as they explore the world.

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With a background in Educational Sciences, I’ve grown from Senior Key Teacher to Deputy Manager. Working across settings gave me a broad view of development and a deep commitment to consistent, nurturing practice.
Charlotte
Charlotte
Wandsworth

I love being at the very start of the children’s journey.

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I joined in 2023 after my BA (Hons). I discovered a passion for younger children and became a key teacher in the baby room—designing activities, meeting individual needs, and supporting families during settling.
Alice
Alice
Wandsworth

Abacus feels like a family — I felt welcomed and valued from day one.

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With degrees in Early Childhood and Pedagogy, I moved from Bologna to London in 2023. I’m proud to work with a team that creates warm, enriching environments where children thrive and colleagues support one another.
Marie
Marie
Clapham Junction

Seeing how everything connects in a child’s learning is wonderful.

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Nearly five years in, I’ve progressed from assistant to preschool teaching. The holistic nature of the work—caring and educating together—makes each day meaningful, and I still learn from the children all the time.

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Why Choose Us?

Choosing Abacus Ark means choosing more than a career – it’s choosing a place to grow as a person, connect with a community, and make a lasting difference.

Here, your professional journey is matched by personal development, genuine teamwork, and the joy of shaping children’s first experiences of learning and life.

Join us, and discover how it feels to belong to a place where you grow, they grow – and together, we thrive.

A Place to Grow

From your first day, you’ll have access to mentoring, in-house training, and clear career pathways that help you develop confidence, leadership, and purpose.

A Supportive Community

We work as one team. Collaboration, kindness, and respect define our culture — you’ll always feel supported and valued.

Real Purpose Every Day

You’ll make a lasting impact, helping children discover confidence, independence, and the joy of learning.

Family Values, Modern Vision

As a family-founded nursery group with a four-generation legacy, we combine genuine care with forward-thinking practice.

Beautiful, Purpose-Built Environments

Our nurseries are calm, creative spaces designed to inspire both children and educators — places where learning and wellbeing go hand in hand.

Continuous Learning & Development

With tailored CPD, reflective practice, and leadership opportunities, you’ll always have room to explore and grow.

Wellbeing That Matters

Enjoy 32 days of holiday (including wellbeing days), flexible support, and a culture that prioritises balance and mental health.

A Growing Network of Opportunities

With four London nurseries — and more on the way — there’s always a new opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Staff Benefits

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1

32 Days Annual Leave

Rest & recharge
Including 4 personal wellbeing days and 8 bank holidays — time to rest, recharge and spend with loved ones.
2

Medical Cashback Plan

Health & wellbeing
A Health Shield plan worth over £1,000 annually — covering everyday costs like dental, optical and therapy treatments.
3

Training & Development

Grow your career
Ongoing CPD including Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Food Handling — plus access to self-paced online learning via Flick.
4

Mentorship & Support

Guidance & feedback
Learn from experienced early years educators, receive regular guidance, and grow with the support of your team.
5

Mental Health Support

We care for you
Access to resources, an open culture, and supportive leaders who prioritise wellbeing and work-life balance.
6

Paid DBS Check

We cover it
Your DBS renewal is fully covered every two years — because safeguarding should never come out of your pocket.
7

Company Pension & Events

Community & connection
A company pension scheme and seasonal social events that bring our team together and celebrate shared success.

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