Job Description

We're Growing! Join Our Team of Early Years Practitioners

About Us

Little Pearls Nursery has proudly served our community for over 8 years, and our natural, child-centred approach has earned us a reputation that speaks for itself -- with over 30 families currently on our waiting list. Following recent internal renovations to increase our capacity, we are excited to be expanding our team. We're now recruiting one

passionate and pre-qualified Early Years Practitioners

to help us offer places to more families and continue delivering the highest quality care.

At Little Pearls, we believe in celebrating every child as unique. Our ethos is built on strong relationships with families, a warm and inclusive environment, and an unrelenting drive for continual improvement. We are proud to be an independent setting with a culture of collaboration and high standards. Many of our team members have been with us for over 5 years, creating a close-knit, respectful, and supportive workplace.

Learn more about us at www.littlepearls.co.uk

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are:

Pre-qualified Early Years Practitioners

with relevant childcare qualifications (Level 2 or above) Motivated to keep pace with our fast-moving, ambitious and quality-driven ethos Dedicated to creating nurturing environments where children can thrive Confident communicators and strong team players Eager to contribute ideas, reflect on practice, and grow professionally

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate, engaging learning experiences for children aged 0-5 Ensure a safe, stimulating and well-organised learning environment Act as a Key Person, observing and supporting individual children's progress Work in close partnership with families, valuing open and regular communication Uphold nursery policies, health & safety procedures, and safeguarding protocols Collaborate with colleagues to reflect on and improve teaching and learning practice

Experience

Prior experience in an early years setting is ideal, but we welcome enthusiastic applicants with the right mindset and qualifications A strong understanding of child development is essential

Why Join Little Pearls?

We value our team and offer a generous range of benefits:

Competitive salary

, reviewed at the end of probation and annually

Mileage and travel allowance

for work-related journeys

Free enhanced DBS check

for all staff

50% childcare discount

on non-funded hours at our nursery (conditions apply)

Free hot lunch daily

and access to a

Nespresso coffee machine

Flexible working patterns

to support work-life balance

Flexible dependent days

to support school holidays and family needs

28 days of annual leave

, including all bank holidays off

Long service awards

starting at 3 years

Pay advances

available when times are tough

Travel cost loans

to help with commuting or relocation

Cycle to Work scheme

Company pension scheme

Paid bereavement leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

- confidential advice, counselling and more for you and your family with staff discounts on shopping and travel etc.

Tailored CPD and professional development

, including leadership training

Opportunities for promotion

in a growing and forward-thinking organisation

Employee mentoring programme

to support your professional journey

Wellness-focused workplace

, including a health and wellbeing programme

Casual dress code

in a modern, purpose-built setting

Free staff parking nearby

Regular team socials

and

staff appreciation events

Birthday gifts and bonuses

to celebrate your special day

Supportive, inclusive workplace culture

grounded in strong values

Work Structure

Monday-Friday, with evenings and weekends off Stable, long-term job security in a thriving setting
If you are passionate about early years education and excited to be part of a nursery that's growing and evolving, we'd love to hear from you.

Safeguarding Statement

At Little Pearls Nursery Ltd, safeguarding is of paramount importance. We are fully committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of all children in our care. We follow safer recruitment procedures, including enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and thorough vetting, to ensure all staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children. Our team receives regular safeguarding training and follows clear policies and procedures in line with statutory guidance. We maintain a culture of vigilance and accountability, ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and supported.

Apply today and grow with us at Little Pearls Nursery.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 22,000.00-26,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Casual dress Childcare Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

a good level of English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred) Level 2 qualification in Early Years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person