Job Description

EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER

We have an exciting opportunity! I am looking to recruit an enthusiastic, committed and passionate practitioner to join our small, friendly team.

Candidates will need to have exceptional knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and must hold a minimum Level 2 Childcare/Early Years qualification.

The position is for a minimum of 30hrs per week, all year round. Pay rate is 12.21-12.50 per hour, dependant on qualifications and experience. Candidates must be able to work between the hours of 8am-5pm, hours to be discussed at interview.

Candidates will need to be flexible, occasionally working longer hours as necessary, to cover other staff absences. The position will commence in September 2025.

The nursery is open Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm and 8am-4pm on a Friday. The nursery is closed on all Bank Holidays and the Christmas to New Year period. We also close for another two weeks during the year. This is decided at the beginning of the year.

Little Learners Nursery is a very busy, happy, friendly nursery, ran from a domestic premises, situated in Fakenham. We provide high quality childcare and education for children aged between nine months -five years old, in a home from home setting.

We are committed to safeguarding the children in our care. Appointment to this position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and signing up to the update service. You must be able to provide two suitable references, one being from your current or most recent employer. Safeguarding, First Aid and Special Educational Needs training would be desirable, although training will be provided.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact Kirsty Alfonso for an application pack on kirstyalfonsoll20@gmail.com or via Little Learners Nursery Facebook page.

The closing date for applications is the 18th August 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 12.21-12.50 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/08/2025
Expected start date: 03/09/2025