Qualified Practitioner

Join the Finkley Nurseries Team as a Qualified Practitioner!

Location: Andover

Hours: Full-Time 38 hours per week over 4

Salary: Starting from £12.50 per hour

At Finkley Nurseries, we believe in creating a nurturing environment where children can embark on exciting adventures every day. Our ethos – Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff. – is at the heart of everything we do. With our unique settings, including access to Finkley Down Farm, Solstice Play and our private Bertie Bus for outings, we offer unparalleled experiences for both children and staff.

Why Join Finkley Nurseries?

• Generous Holidays – Up to 34 days, plus your birthday off
• Flexible Working – Choose 4 or 5 days with a set day off
• Career Growth – 100+ online courses, SENCO/Forest School training, and management pathways
• Childcare Savings – 50% discount for your children
• Wellbeing Support – Health Assured benefits, attendance bonuses, and more
• Extra Perks – £100 joining bonus for resources, free uniform & DBS, referral rewards up to £750, and free family entry to Finkley Down Farm & Solstice Play

What You’ll Be Up To

• Spark Curiosity – Create magical, hands‑on learning adventures guided by the EYFS
• Be Their Hero – Become a key person, championing children’s growth, happiness, and wellbeing
• Click, Tap, Done! – Keep records ship‑shape using our nifty online tools (Famly, Portal)
• Celebrate Every Child – Champion inclusivity and support children with SEND to shine
• Team Vibes Only – Work side‑by‑side with colleagues to keep the energy positive and proactive
• Family First – Build warm, lasting connections with parents and professionals alike
• Join the Fun – Dive into nursery events, outings, and community adventures

Key Responsibilities

• Childcare and EYFS Delivery: Deliver rich, stimulating learning experiences through child‑led and adult‑guided activities in line with the EYFS. Support children’s development through accurate observations, assessments, and planning using the nursery’s online platform (e.g., Famly, Portal). Act as a key person to a small group of children, ensuring all developmental, welfare, and learning needs are met. Contribute to the planning cycle and ensure appropriate next steps are identified and implemented. Ensure inclusive practice and adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of all children, including those with SEND.
• Health, Safety, and Hygiene: Carry out daily visual risk assessments in all areas of the nursery, ensuring that environments are safe, clean, and compliant. Support with completing daily checklists (e.g., opening/closing, hygiene, room setup, outings). Follow all health and safety, food hygiene, and infection control policies. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation in all areas including meal/snack prep, toileting, and play spaces. Be aware of all emergency and security procedures and contribute to monthly fire drills and other safety practices.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a positive and proactive team environment. Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and nursery events. Contribute to the induction and mentoring of new team members or apprentices as required. Support the management team in delivering a consistently high‑quality provision.
• Partnership with Parents and Professionals: Build strong, trusting relationships with families through daily handovers, two‑way communication, and regular updates. Respect and promote the role of parents as primary educators. Maintain professionalism when interacting with outside professionals such as health visitors, local authorities, or advisory teachers.
• Record Keeping and Communication: Ensure child records, planning documents, and assessments are accurate, up to date, and completed in a timely manner. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with nursery policy and data protection legislation. Record accidents, incidents, and concerns clearly and report to the designated person or manager as appropriate.
• Wider Nursery Contribution: Be involved in nursery events such as fundraising, family days, or community outreach. Support the promotion of the nursery via photos (with permissions), displays, and parent communications. Use your initiative to enhance and improve the room environment, routines, and provision. Promote the use of nursery resources and suggest new ideas to enrich children’s experiences.

General Expectations

• Adhere to all nursery policies and procedures at all times.
• Uphold and actively promote the nursery’s values and ethos in all interactions.
• Maintain high standards of personal presentation and wear the Nursery uniform.
• Be proactive in your own development, participating in appraisals and training.
• Use initiative and a solution‑focused attitude in day‑to‑day duties.

Ready to Embark on a New Adventure? If you’re enthusiastic about making a difference in children’s lives and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply Now to join the Attraction Nurseries family and start your next adventure in early years education. Attraction Nurseries is an equal opportunities employer. All positions are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.