Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic new team member to join our penguin family. We are looking for a senior nursery practitioner to lead practice within the setting, they must be extremely motivated and dedicated to providing the highest standards of care to our children. Penguin is a family orientated business which values an even work life balance for all of its staff. We always aim to provide flexibility to support the needs of our staff and families.

Responsibilities:

- Role model and guide good practice throughout the nursery
- Provide high-quality care and education to children in the nursery
- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and learning experiences
- Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive in
- Monitor and supervise children during indoor and outdoor playtime
- Collaborate with parents and communicate regularly about their child's progress
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the nursery area
- Follow all health and safety guidelines and procedures

There will be the opportunity to lead a room.

Requirements:
- Minimum of a Level 3 in childcare
- Previous experience working with young children within a senior role in a nursery or childcare setting
- Knowledge of child development principles and best practices is essential
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with colleagues
- Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with children
- Job is dependant on an enhanced DBS check, suitable references and successful trial period

A sound knowledge of the new EYFS will be needed alongside knowledge of the non-statutory curriculum guidance.

We strive to provide excellent benefits and opportunities to support the wellbeing and future development of our staff, including:

Well-being programme Tuck shop Bereavement leave Increasing annual leave with time served Increasing rates of pay, dependant upon qualifications and experience Team building meetings Full training package 5% employer matched pension Closed the full week between Christmas and New Year, including Christmas Eve
All applicants will be observed working with the children in the nursery setting by a member of the management team.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may be subject to change based on the needs of the nursery.

We also have an opening for a full time Nursery Practitioner.

Application deadline: 08/08/2025

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Employee mentoring programme Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Holidays Monday to Friday No weekends
Application question(s):

Do you have a full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification?
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred) Supervisory: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 08/08/2025