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Nursery Practitioner

Job description

Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or 3) – Early Years Setting

Hourly Rate: £12.50-£13.50

40 hours per week

Shifts: 8:00-18:00

 

Are you looking for your next opportunity in childcare?


Our client, a small and family-run nursery, is looking for a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join their team. This role offers the chance to nurture children’s learning and development in a setting where both staff and children are truly valued.

 

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in supporting children’s growth through stimulating activities, both planned and spontaneous. Working closely with colleagues and families, you will help create a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment where every child is encouraged to thrive.

 

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualification - Level 2 or 3 Early Years
  • Previous experience in a nursery, preschool, or early years education setting.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships.
  • A genuine passion for early childhood education and child development.
  • Ability to manage small groups effectively while maintaining a nurturing atmosphere.

 

Benefits of Joining the Nursery

  • Competitive hourly rate: £12.21 – £13.50 per hour
  • Flexible contracts (full-time or part-time)
  • Company pension scheme
  • Competitive annual leave package
  • Team events
  • Wellbeing support and programme,
  • Discounted childcare
  • Staff incentives
  • Onsite parking

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support children’s learning through adult-led and child-initiated play.
  • Create a safe, engaging, and nurturing space that encourages exploration and discovery.
  • Deliver In the Moment Planning (ITMP) and facilitate free-flow activities.
  • Work in partnership with parents and carers to identify starting points and celebrate progress.
  • Monitor and track children’s development through observations and focus weeks.
  • Promote resilience, confidence, and social skills through group play and learning experiences.

 

Reference: WILL170833/jc

 

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