At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan fun activities and support children's development in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join the vibrant Plumtree Nursery team dedicated to shaping young minds.
- Benefits: Earn up to £13.30 per hour, enjoy childcare discounts, and receive a travel allowance.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive community with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while having fun every day.
- Qualifications: Level 2/3 Early Years qualification and experience with young children.
The predicted salary is between 13.3 - 13.3 £ per hour.
Plumtree Nursery School, Station Road, Plumtree, Nottingham NG12 5NA
Hours: Part Time 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £13.30 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount and much more
Travel Allowance: We offer a travel allowance of up to £50 per month for employees who live 5 miles or more from the nursery, or who need to travel 1 mile or more using public transport, calculated based on days worked.
Our Purpose
To give children healthy foundations in fantastic settings, helping them build the confidence and resilience that will set them up for success later in life.
How you’ll spend your time here
You’ll plan activities, observe progress and manage personal care for children, applying the Storal curriculum & our pedagogy principles to our children daily. Whilst seeking out learning opportunities in everyday routines such as mealtimes & transitions, bonding with your children and their families by engaging in meaningful moments. You’ll also deliver high levels of care and empathy, with an understanding that every opportunity can be a learning opportunity.
Qualifications & Experience
- An Early Years qualification at Level 2/3
- Experience of working with all age groups within Early Years settings
- Knowledge of the EYFS framework would be advantageous
The Team & Environment
You’ll be joining the Plumtree Nursery team, who have an incredibly important job of supporting children’s development. You’ll be a key part of every child’s journey, keeping our children safe, loved and inspired through play‑based learning. Our nurseries are warm and nurturing environments that not only support children to be ready for school but also equip them with all the life skills they need to flourish and succeed.
What makes our nursery special is our strong sense of community—we’re more than just a nursery. Our baby unit offers a safe, cosy space carefully tailored to support early development and wellbeing. Our children love exploring our unique indoor features, from the whimsical Crooked House to our jaw‑dropping Jungle exploration area—spaces designed to spark imagination and wonder. Outside, our large garden offers plenty of opportunities for active play, discovery, and hands‑on learning in a beautiful natural setting.
Benefits for You
- Travel Allowance where applicable
- Paid Overtime (time and a half)
- We get the basics right: enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, an extra wellness day off (yearly) and you can access your pay before payday with PayCaptain
- Family matters: balance starts at home, childcare discount & funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity leave
- Health & wellness: nourishing body & mind partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets
- Development: investing in your future with micro‑learning, financial stability tools & the Storal Support Fund
- Our community: growing together with termly inset days, team member app and Storal Awards
Important Information
Storal sets the highest of standards when it comes to safeguarding, the welfare of children and creating a work environment that encourages feedback, discussion and resilience. We take our role in the safety of children, our families and our team extremely seriously. As governed by the EYFS, we have a designated safeguarding lead in each setting and all staff (and volunteers) complete a thorough compliance check prior to employment including employment references & DBS.
Click apply today. Don’t worry if your CV isn’t perfect—just send us what you have and we’ll work out the rest later.
Plumtree Nursery School Children 1st employer: Storal Learning Ltd
At Plumtree Nursery School, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to nurturing both our children and our staff. With a strong sense of community, competitive benefits including a performance-related bonus, childcare discounts, and a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and development, we create an inspiring environment where you can thrive as an Early Years Educator. Join us in making a meaningful impact on children's lives while enjoying a fulfilling career in a warm and engaging setting.
