At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's development through play and collaboration with families and community partners.
- Company: Join LS2Y Nurseries, a nurturing organisation dedicated to high-quality childcare.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, health cash plan, training opportunities, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Opportunities for progression and cross-site collaboration within a welcoming team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Early Years and experience in an early years setting required.
Location: Chestnut Nursery or Community House Nursery, Huddersfield
Hours: Up to 40 hours a week - at least 30 hours a week, Permanent
Salary: £26,956 (based on 40 hours a week)
Benefits: Health cash plan, Company events, Company pension, Employee discount for childcare, On-site free parking
Start Date: As soon as possible
About Us
LS2Y Nurseries are part of the wider LS2Y organisation, delivering high-quality childcare and education in the heart of our communities. We are nurturing, forward-thinking settings committed to the Curiosity Approach, encouraging children to explore, discover, and learn through purposeful play.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Nursery Practitioner to contribute to the delivery of high-quality, responsive and inclusive early years provision that supports the holistic development of every child and their family.
The Role
- Contribute to the delivery of high-quality, responsive and inclusive early years provision that supports the holistic development of every child and their family.
- Work collaboratively with parents, community partners and multi-agency teams to embed LS2Y values and ensure children thrive in nurturing, stimulating and curiosity-led environments.
- Promote child-centred practice, emotional wellbeing and play-based learning aligned with the EYFS 2024–25 updates.
- Assist in the efficient and effective day to day operation of the Company’s nursery provision, encouraging a friendly and stimulating environment and positive attitudes established in a variety of social contexts.
- Be the Key person for building relationships with small groups of children and their parents/carers.
Wider LS2Y Opportunities
- Health Projects: supporting the wider health and wellbeing of our families and the community LS2Y.
- Families Together: working closely in partnership with other services to ensure families access the support they need.
- Community Projects: LS2Y settings are embedded in their communities, with opportunities to contribute to events, employability support and nursery projects that connect families and local partners.
- Cross-site Working: As part of a wider organisation, there are opportunities to collaborate across different LS2Y nurseries, sharing best practice and supporting organisational initiatives.
Staff Benefits
LS2Y Nurseries offer a comprehensive package of staff benefits designed to support your professional growth and wellbeing:
- Funded Training and Qualifications: Ongoing training and development opportunities, with encouragement to progress to higher qualifications (Level 5 and above).
- Progression Opportunities: The chance to play a key role in shaping the nursery and to progress within the wider LS2Y organisation.
- Coaching and Mentoring: Support with staff development, including coaching, mentoring, and consistency in practice.
- Reflective Supervision: Regular opportunities for reflective supervision and feedback, supporting your professional journey.
- Staff Wellbeing Support: Health cash plan, employee discounts, on-site free parking, and a supportive, welcoming team environment.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Qualified to Level 3 or above in Early Years.
- Experienced in an early years setting.
- Passionate about the Curiosity Approach and child-led learning.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding, EYFS, SEND, and Ofsted requirements.
What LS2Y Nurseries Offer
- A supportive and welcoming team environment.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Competitive salary and staff benefits.
In summary: The Nursery Practitioner role at LS2Y Nurseries is much more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation that invests in its people, supports families, and makes a positive impact in the community. If you’re passionate about early years, community engagement, and professional growth, LS2Y offers a rewarding and supportive environment.
A Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded with more detail on the role on the next page. Please apply with your CV and a short covering note explaining why you would be the perfect fit for this role.
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