Nursery Practitioner

Job Description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner (Term-Time)

Up to £28,300 per annum | 40 Hours Per Week

Good Ofsted Rating

Step into a role where fresh air, open space, and hands-on discovery are part of everyday learning.

This is a great opportunity to join a Good Ofsted-rated nursery on a term-time only basis. Nestled within expansive grounds, this setting places a strong emphasis on outdoor experiences, giving children the opportunity to explore, investigate, and learn through meaningful interactions with the natural world.

Indoors, the nursery provides a calm and inviting atmosphere, with beautifully designed and carefully chosen natural resources that encourage creativity, curiosity, and independent exploration.

What We're Looking For

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A warm, caring, and child-centred approach to childcare

What's On Offer

• Term-time only working pattern
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted childcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Benefits and rewards portal
• Competitive annual leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to work in a Good Ofsted-rated nursery with exceptional outdoor facilities
• Excellent career progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework
• Plan and participate in engaging, child-led learning experiences
• Make full use of the nursery's extensive outdoor spaces to support children's development
• Encourage curiosity, creativity, and independence through play and exploration
• Observe, assess, and monitor children's progress
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment
• Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery standards at all times

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL238278/DB

INDCHI