Nursery Practitioner Level 3 / Transition Lead

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff, contractors and volunteers to share this commitment.

Help little people take big steps! Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow and feel confident as they take their next steps? We're looking for a caring, enthusiastic and inspiring Nursery Practitioner & Transition Lead to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves working with children and wants to play a key role in making their nursery experience happy, nurturing and full of exciting learning opportunities.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you'll be part of a supportive team creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where every child can thrive. You'll help children explore, play, learn and develop their independence — while making plenty of memories along the way!

As our Transition Lead, you'll have a special role in supporting children as they settle into our setting and then onto school. You'll help make these important changes feel exciting and reassuring, working closely with children, families and colleagues to ensure each transition is as smooth and positive as possible.

Your role will include:

• Supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing through play and everyday experiences.
• Helping to create fun, engaging and stimulating activities in line with the EYFS.
• Building warm, positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Supporting children with their individual needs and helping them develop confidence and independence.
• Taking the lead on transition planning and helping children prepare for their next stage.
• Working closely with families and the wider team to share information and celebrate children's progress.
• Supporting observations, assessments and children's next steps.
• Promoting safeguarding, inclusion, health and safety at all times.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Warm, caring and genuinely passionate about working with young children.
• Positive, enthusiastic and full of ideas.
• A great communicator who can build strong relationships with children and adults.
• Organised and confident in taking responsibility.
• Patient, flexible and able to work as part of a team.
• Passionate about helping children develop confidence and independence.
• Keen to make transitions exciting rather than daunting!

An appropriate Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) is required for this role, alongside experience working within an early years setting.

You'll be joining a friendly and supportive team where your ideas, personality and contribution really matter. We believe that happy children learn best — and that happy, valued staff make that possible. You'll have opportunities to develop your skills, take on responsibility and make a real difference to the children and families we support. If you're someone who can bring warmth, energy and a little bit of magic to the early years, we'd love to hear from you!