Qualified Nursery Practitioner in Pennington

Qualified Nursery Practitioners | Christchurch & Lymington

We are a family‑run organisation that has collectively spent the last 40 years working in education. After working as a special needs teacher, Renu Kapila opened her first nursery in 1991. Together with her husband, Paul, the setting grew into the largest single‑site nursery in the UK. Their passion for childcare and innovation in education saw them achieve Ofsted Outstanding and the NMT’s first award for Best Design.

The Clock House & Twynham House Nursery Schools are thriving and growing, family‑owned nurseries in Lymington & Christchurch. We are proud to offer career progression options with a strong focus on employee well‑being within a highly supportive, team working environment.

Vacancy 1 – The Clock House Nursery School

• Position: Full‑Time, Part Time (4x days per week, 36‑40 hours)
• Salary: From £27,500/year
• Qualification: Full & Relevant Level 2, 3 or higher in Childcare
• Location: The Clock House House Nursery, Lymington
• Start Date: Immediate

Vacancy 2 – Twynham House

• Position: Full‑Time, Part Time (4x days per week, 36‑40 hours)
• Salary: From £27,500/year
• Qualification: Full & Relevant Level 2, 3 or higher in Childcare
• Location: Twynham House Nursery School, Christchurch
• Start Date: Immediate

Who we are looking for?

• Passionate, dedicated practitioners looking to build a long term career
• Enthusiasm for work with the ability to sing loudly in front of lots of tiny humans.
• Commitment to exceptional childcare with a positive approach to learning new skills
• Understanding of EYFS – planning an engaging curriculum and being prepared to have fun and get messy
• Being a \’team player\’, offering an extra pair of hands for warm hugs and strong hands to juggle multiple babies
• Level 2 or 3 qualified; please note that experience within childcare settings is essential.

What we offer:

• High‑quality work environment & resources
• Competitive Salary + Bonus Schemes
• Flexible Working Options (4‑day, 36‑hr week or 40‑hr week), find the work‑life balance that works for you (job share possibilities)
• Complimentary Daily Lunch
• Paid Holidays – 22 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Christmas closure
• Ongoing Training & Development in a supportive, happy team
• Family‑Friendly Benefits & Staff Discount on Childcare
• Company Pension Scheme & Team Events
• Wellbeing at the Heart – join a close‑knit team with excellent staff retention, where your wellbeing, happiness, and professional growth matter

What our staff say:

\”It\’s a family here – the team are all supportive of each other and the best bit is being able to watch the children grow and develop on their journey and get ready for school. You really feel supported and that management actually care about you and your career.\”

Kat, Level 5 Group Leader