Job Description

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds in a family-run, community-focused nursery?

?We are a well-established nursery, operating since 1998, with a long-standing commitment to providing outstanding care and education. At the heart of everything we do is the well-being and development of the children. We pride ourselves on our warm, supportive environment and are looking for a dedicated, fun, and caring individual to join our team.

What We Offer:

A Family-Run Environment

: We are not just a nursery - we are a close-knit team that values every staff member

Outstanding Resources

: We continually invest in high-quality resources for our children, prioritising educational tools from Community Playthings that promote creativity, learning, and fun.

A Focus on Life Readiness

: While we don't focus on traditional school readiness, we aim to prepare children for life by offering them rich, diverse experiences that foster curiosity, resilience, and a love of learning.

About the Role:

We are looking for a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our team, working between 28.5 to 38 hours per week, all year round.

This is a position for covering maternity leave. We would like someone to start straight away and would offer a years contract.

Full-time means working over four days, giving you a guaranteed day off each week to rest and recharge. You'll work with a dedicated team to help develop and inspire children, introducing new experiences that prepare them for a future full of possibilities.

Benefits

:
? 4-day work week (no weekends required)

? Health and wellbeing initiatives

? Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications & Experience:

A recognised qualification in childcare (Level 2 or 3 or equivalent) A minimum of one year in childcare is preferred, but we are open to applicants with a range of experience. A genuine love for working with young children, a creative mindset, and a caring approach to supporting their emotional and educational development.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality childcare and support to children in a nursery setting. Plan and implement engaging early childhood education activities that promote development. Foster effective communication with children, parents, and colleagues to ensure a nurturing environment.
A full job description can be provided on request.

Indeed ask for a set rate of pay, this will depend on age and qualification.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract

Pay: 14,877.00-24,814.84 per year

Work Location: In person