Job Description

Nursery Practitioner

Join our new Nursery this April

Position: Nursery Practitioner

Qualifications: Early Year Level 3 or above

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week, across Monday to Friday, 08:00-18:00

Salary: 28,080 per year

About us

Puddle Ducks is a new Nursery recently opened in Salehurst, near Robertsbridge in September 2025. Nestled in this picturesque village on a working farm, Puddle Ducks is perfect for babies and preschool children who would flourish in a smaller, quieter, rural setting with plenty of outside activities.

About the role

We truly value the role practitioners play in our business, in society and importantly the impact they have on the children they work with. Our commitment is to passionately demonstrate that to you in every aspect of what we do, starting with our headline employment benefits;

40 hours per week based on a 4 day week Competitive salary and a commitment to pay above both the minimum wage and the living wage always and forever, with annual salary reviews and appraisals 2 wellbeing days per year to use as you like, on top of your annual holiday allowance Pension Free parking onsite Offsite company funded team events at the end of every term Personal development plans, dedicated time and tools to support your career development

About you

You're a superstar at what you do. You bring energy, awesome enthusiasm and bags of initiative.

You'll know your way around the EYFS, have the relevant early years qualification and are at ease interacting with parents.

Above all you are naturally nurturing and able to captivate and inspire young minds.

To apply, send your CV and tell us why you think you would be a great member of our team.

We're committed to safeguarding and the welfare of all children. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Expected start date: April 2026

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,080.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you have an Early Year Level 3 Qualification or above?
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person