Job Description

Level 6 Early Years Practitioner

Hours:

40 hours per week. 28 days paid holiday including national bank holidays, which includes a whole week break over Christmas.

Salary:

Competitive based on experience. NEST pension scheme available.

Little Lattons Nursery is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced

Level 6 Early Years Practitioner

to join our friendly and committed team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified practitioner to take on a senior role within the setting and support the delivery of outstanding early years education and care.Ideal candidates will be effective role models who set high expectations, inspire children to play, learn and grow, and demonstrate a strong commitment to early years development. You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a passion for improving outcomes for all children.

Essential Requirements:

Full and relevant Level 6 qualification in Early Years / Early Childhood Studies (or equivalent) Paediatric First Aid trained A solid understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) Strong knowledge and experience of implementing the EYFS Ability to lead and support staff in delivering high-quality practice

Role Responsibilities:

As a Level 6 Practitioner, you will:

Work in our pre-school room, maintaining a 1:13 adult-to-child ratio in accordance with statutory guidance for Level 6 qualified staff Lead and support the staff team in the effective implementation of day-to-day routines and nursery policies Take responsibility for approving room observations, contributing to end-of-year reports, and ensuring accurate and meaningful assessment of children's development Model high standards of care and education and provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced practitioners Build positive, professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues Use the EYFS framework to plan and implement engaging activities that support children's progress across all areas of learning Ensure that individual children's needs are identified and met

What We Offer:

Little Lattons Nursery offers a unique opportunity to work as part of a warm, welcoming, and highly supportive team. We are committed to creating an environment where children and staff alike thrive. Our setting encourages fun, friendship, and a deep love for learning through creative and engaging educational activities.

You will be joining a team that:

Puts children's development and well-being at the heart of all we do Maintains strong relationships with parents, the local community, and nearby schools Benefits from being part of NET Academies Trust, offering professional growth and access to wider educational expertise

Additional Benefits:

50% childcare discount (subject to availability) Individual personal development programme and CPD opportunities A highly motivated, friendly, and supportive staff team A caring, happy, and inclusive learning environment High expectations and excellent behaviour support Personalised staff well-being programme Access to a dedicated Early Years Consultant for ongoing support

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive individual with a can-do attitude, leadership capability, and a passion for early years education. You should be confident in leading staff, undertaking observations, planning next steps, and supporting all children to reach their full potential. A positive work ethic and commitment to ongoing professional development are essential.

What Ofsted says about NET Academies Trust:

"Strong and purposeful leadership is galvanising staff, raising expectations and transforming the culture of the school. Other senior leaders share your ambitious vision for the school."

"The executive headteacher has made an enormous contribution to the improvements in this school in the two and a half years that she has been in post. She uses the 'fire in her belly' and her very high aspirations to continually and doggedly pursue excellence in every aspect of school life. The executive headteacher has a very clear vision for the future development of the school, based on a thorough understanding of what works in education and how children learn."

What our staff say about working at Little Lattons Nursery:

"I feel like it is an incredibly supportive working atmosphere where people want the best for one another and go out of their way to do their best for both staff and pupils. It is child centre nursery which is why I particularly love coming to work."

"Staff and children feel that we are all part of one family that help and support each other."

"I very much enjoy working for Little Lattons because I feel supported, valued and work with a great group of people."

Potential applicants are both welcome and encouraged to visit the nursery. Please contact the school office by telephone on 01279 444 840.

In compliance with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CVs cannot be accepted.

NET Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of the Safer Recruitment process all shortlisted applicants will be subject to social media checks. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/11/2025
Reference ID: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/583349932/EDV-2025-LLN-57840