Vacancy | Nursery Key Person
Title Nursery Key Person
Hours 37 hours per week
Salary Up to £24,994 per annum
Organisation Dovedale Nursery
Closing Date 13/10/2026
Join Our Friendly and Inspiring Team at Dovedale Nursery
Are you a qualified Early Years professional with a passion for helping children learn, grow and thrive? We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Key Person to join our welcoming team at Dovedale Nursery.
This is a wonderful opportunity to play an important role in supporting children aged 1 to 11 years, helping to create a nurturing environment where every child feels safe, valued and inspired to explore the world around them.
No two days are ever the same. From embarking on imaginative bear hunts and outdoor adventures to exploring space through creative play, you'll help bring learning to life and create memorable experiences that spark curiosity, confidence and joy.
As a Key Person, you will build strong, positive relationships with your key children and their families, supporting children's development and wellbeing while working closely with colleagues to provide high-quality care and learning experiences.
About You
- Hold a relevant Early Years qualification
- Be passionate about supporting children's learning and development
- Demonstrate a caring, professional and positive approach
- Be adaptable, creative and enthusiastic
- Build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Have a commitment to delivering outstanding care and education
- Enjoy working as part of a supportive team
In return, we provide:
- A warm, welcoming and supportive working environment
- Opportunities for overtime
- Dedicated tea breaks
- Staff wellbeing support and initiatives
- Uniform provided
- Discounted childcare
- Up to 33 days annual leave per year
- An additional day holiday for your birthday
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements, which can be discussed at interview
Our Commitment
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and fairness. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills and experience.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments.
If you have any further questions, please e-mail
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