Job Description

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner (Maternity Cover - until end of March 2026)

Come and join our Outstanding Team at Milby Nursery and Kids' Club

Full-time (37 hours) all year round. Working shifts between 8.00am and 5.15pm over 4 days in term-time, 5 shorter days during school holidays.

Hourly rate 13.21

Milby Nursery & Kids' Club is a well regarded setting that has been providing quality care for children since 1998. Our setting is self-contained within the school building with our own outside area and forest school site. MNKC runs the Nursery, before/after School Club and a Holiday Club for primary school age children. We are a registered charity overseen by a group of volunteer trustees. Please see our latest Ofsted Inspection Report - EY454433

We are looking for a practitioner that is inspirational, dedicated and demonstrates that children will always be the centre of everything they do.

Candidates must have:

A full and relevant Level 3 in Early Years and Education (as defined by the Department for Education) Paediatric First Aid Certificate An excellent understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection procedures Good knowledge of the EYFS, child development and supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities Excellent communication skills The ability to work within a dynamic, multi-skilled, passionate team The skills and adaptability to work with children from 2 years - 11 years of age
Your role will include:

Acting as a keyperson to a group of children Using an online platform to record observations and development summaries Supporting children through their learning and development Making professional relationships with our Milby families and community Providing inspiring activities relevant to children's interests, needs and abilities Ensure children are safe and protected from harm, reporting any concerns in the appropriate manner Supporting children with special educational needs Communicating with school staff, outside professionals and MNKC Trustees etc
Benefits include:

28 days holiday, Bank Holidays and time off over the Christmas period are in addition to holiday leave Paid lunch break (if staying on site) Paid for Staff Uniform Staff Training Other benefits once probationary period is successfully completed
This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An Enhanced D.B.S Disclosure and satisfactory references will be required for this position.

Milby Nursery and Kids' Club are fully committed to safeguarding children.

For further information and an application pack please contact us on 024 7634 3161 or via Indeed

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: 13.21 per hour

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Nuneaton CV11 6JS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

What Level of Early Years Qualification do you have?
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

Fluent English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/08/2025
Reference ID: EYPAug25