At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality care and early learning for children in a supportive nursery environment.
- Company: A modern nursery that values both children and staff, fostering a caring community.
- Benefits: Paid lunch breaks, bonuses, childcare discounts, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with excellent staff retention and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a flexible work schedule.
- Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification with a caring, child-centred approach.
The predicted salary is between 27675 - 33825 £ per year.
- NURSERY PRACTITIONERS
- Level 2 and Level 3 | Part-time and full-time opportunities
- THREE OR FOUR LONG DAYS PER WEEK TYPICAL HOURS 8AM–6PM
- Build a rewarding career in early years
Are you a caring, enthusiastic and qualified Nursery Practitioner looking to join a supportive nursery where children and staff are genuinely valued?
We are recruiting Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to provide high-quality care and early learning within a modern, welcoming and well-resourced nursery environment.
Level 3 practitioners are particularly encouraged to apply, although we would also be delighted to hear from strong Level 2 candidates.
- Hours and salaries
- Level 2
- Part-time
3 days, 8am–6pm - Level 2
- Full-time
4 days, 8am–6pm* - Level 3
- Part-time
3 days, 8am–6pm - £21,528
- Level 3
- Full-time
4 days, 8am–6pm* - £28,704
- A 5pm finish may be possible for the full-time positions.
Let’s talk about the hours that work for you.
We can be flexible where possible and encourage candidates to speak to us about their preferred working pattern before deciding the advertised hours may not suit them.
About the role
- Providing high-quality physical, emotional, social and educational care.
- Safeguarding children and promoting their welfare and safety at all times.
- Planning activities around children’s individual needs, interests and development.
- Acting as a key person and maintaining accurate learning and development records.
- Building positive and professional partnerships with parents and carers.
- Supporting children with meals, personal care and daily routines.
- Maintaining excellent standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness.
- Working collaboratively with the Nursery Manager, Room Leaders and wider team.
- Following nursery policies, procedures and confidentiality requirements.
- Contributing to training, staff meetings, parent evenings and nursery events when required.
About you
- A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification.
- A warm, caring and child-centred approach.
- A clear understanding of safeguarding and children’s welfare.
- The ability to support individual learning and development.
- Confident communication with children, families and colleagues.
- Reliability, flexibility and a positive team-focused attitude.
- Commitment to professional standards, confidentiality and ongoing development.
What we offer
- Paid lunch breaks with a complimentary chef-prepared lunch every day.
- Monthly and annual attendance bonuses.
- Additional paid annual leave for long service.
- Childcare discount and company pension scheme.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Staff events and team celebrations.
- A modern, well-resourced and air-conditioned nursery environment.
- A supportive management team with excellent staff retention.
Safeguarding statement: The successful applicant will be required to complete appropriate safer-recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.
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Nursery Practitioner – Lymington in Pennington employer: Freedomcaregroup
Freedom Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff while providing vital support to children and young people in Dorset. With a family-run ethos, we offer permanent contracts, competitive salaries, and a commitment to professional growth through regular training and supervision. Our supportive work culture fosters strong relationships, ensuring that employees can make a meaningful impact in their community while enjoying a flexible working environment.
