Job Description

Senior Early Years Practitioner - Join Our Team in Wickham!

Are you passionate about fostering a love of nature in young children? Kids Love Nature Kindergarten is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Senior Early Years Practitioner to join our team in Wickham. You will be based in the toddler room working with children whose ages range from 18-30 months.

About Us:

We are looking for applicants to create a positive and loving learning environment where possibilities for children to thrive are endless. Do you love working with children, want to become part of an innovative approach to early years education and have a great understanding of when to lead learning and when to stand back? If so, we'd love to hear from you!
Kids Love Nature are an Ofsted 'Outstanding' early years provider. Our expanding company is committed to the development of the team, offering comprehensive internal training, opportunities for career progression and financial support towards qualifications.

Be part of something unique and join the adventure!

We're looking for someone who:

Has a genuine passion for early years education and a love of the outdoors. Holds a relevant Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above). Has experience working with children aged 0-5 years. Is creative, energetic, and able to inspire a sense of wonder in young children. Is a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer:

Set Shift Patterns:

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with predictable working hours.

Competitive Salary:

Receive a salary that reflects your skills and experience.

Paid Lunch Breaks and Staff Meetings:

Take time to recharge and collaborate with your team, all while being paid.

Comprehensive Training Programme and Commitment to Ongoing Professional Development:

We invest in your growth with a robust training program and ongoing opportunities to expand your skills.

Opportunities for Progression:

We support your career aspirations and offer paths for advancement within our organisation.

Regular Team Socials and Christmas Party:

Build strong relationships with your colleagues and celebrate your successes together.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP):

Access confidential support for your personal and professional well-being.

5.6 Weeks Paid Holiday

(Including Bank Holidays): Take time to rest and recharge.

Paid Sick Leave (After 1 Year of Service):

We understand that life happens and offer paid time off to support your health.

Closing Date: Monday 11th August 2025

Setting Type:

Day Nursery - open 8am to 6pm, weekdays.

Kindergarten Address:

Kids Love Nature Kindergarten at Wickham, Winchester Road, Fareham, PO17 5HA

Experience/ Qualifications

: Minimum Level 3

Hours:

Full Time

Salary:

Qualified 18+ year olds up to 14.70 per hour inclusive of paid lunch breaks

How to apply:

For more details email Laura - recruitment@kidslovenature.co.uk

SAFER RECRUITMENT NOTICE:

Kids Love Nature are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children in our care. All applicants therefore must be willing to undergo effective child protection and safeguarding screening, this will include references from previous employers and an DBS check and then registered with the Update service . We shall also seek compliance with sections 15-25 of the immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 (eligibility to work in the United Kingdom of Great Britain).

All staff must confirm they are not included on Children's barred list or PoVA or barred by the Independent Safeguarding Authority; or disqualified from working with children, or been refused registration or had it cancelled; subject to sanctions imposed by a regulatory body, e.g. the Teaching Agency or Health and Care professions council and Ofsted.

All our posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, repremands and warnings including those regarded as 'spent', must be declared.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 14.70 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person