Job Description

Job Summary

We are all about creating a place where children feel happy, safe, and inspired to explore. Our nursery is built on care, creativity, and a real love for what we do, and we're looking for someone who shares that passion. We're currently looking for a nurturing and motivated Nursery Practitioner to join our brand-new nursery! This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of something special, shaping a welcoming, playful environment where children can thrive.

We're looking for

We're looking for someone who's caring, enthusiastic, and ready to make a real difference in children's early years. Ideally, you'll have:

A minimum of a Level 2 Early Years Qualification A good understanding of safeguarding and how to keep children safe
If you're passionate about helping young children shine and love being part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you!

What does the role involve?

As part of our nursery team, your role will be all about supporting our little ones to grow, learn, and thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. Some of the things you'll be doing include:

Caring for our children day-to-day from feeding and nappy changing to supporting potty/toilet training, you'll help keep them happy, healthy, and comfortable. Planning and leading fun, age-appropriate activities that encourage learning through play whether it's building towers, painting masterpieces, or exploring the outdoors! Supporting children's development by helping them grow in areas like speech, motor skills, confidence, and friendships. Creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore and be themselves. Observing and recording progress keeping track of key milestones, behaviours, and learning needs, in line with the EYFS framework. Working closely with parents and carers, sharing updates and being there for conversations about their child's growth and well-being.

Benefits:

Company pension and events Training and Development Opportunities for career progression On-site parking Recognition scheme and Wellbeing support

Desirable:

Licence/Certification

First Aid Training Food Hygiene Training Safeguarding Training

Experience

Nursery experience: 1 year (preferred) Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Management: 1 year (preferred)

Schedule

10-hour shift 8 -hour shift

Expected hours

40 hours per week Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.87-13.30 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/06/2025