Job Description

Join Our Team as a Bank Nursery Practitioner!

(Zero Hours - Flexible Contract)


Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At

Dartmouth

, we're looking for a

Bank Nursery Practitioner

to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let's make a difference together!

Experience working in a childcare setting is required for this role. A Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Pay:

12.21 - 12.47 per hour depending on qualification

*plus accrued holiday pay

Working Hours:

Zero hour contract - This gives you flexibility to work different shifts each week depending on the Nursery needs, between 8am-6pm - Monday to Friday.

Location:

hdc Nursery Dartmouth, Milton Lane, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9HW

About our Nursery

At our 'Outstanding' Ofsted rated nursery in Dartmouth, we believe in the power of outdoor exploration and hands-on learning. Our open plan rooms and free-flowing access to outside areas enable children to choose activities and follow their natural curiosity and individual interests in a safe and supportive environment. Following the Hygge approach, which emphasises finding well-being and contentment in the simple pleasures of everyday life, we pride ourselves on our home-from-home atmosphere and familiarity. Our Dartmouth nursery is located just off the A379 adjacent to Dartmouth Academy School. Parking is available within the school grounds.

What Your Role Involves

As a valued member of our team, you'll:


Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive. Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework. Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Monitor and celebrate children's development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
Support the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.