Part-Time Nursery Practitioner (Term time only) in Liverpool

Salary: £16,150.66 - £17,116.54 per annum (FTE £25,299 - £26,812)

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 25 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks)

The on-site college nursery is located in the Arts Centre site. It opened in September 2019, following the amalgamation of 2 college nurseries. The nursery provides fully funded childcare for eligible students and staff of the college. A small number of places are also available to those working locally outside of the college community.

Application Deadline: 24 February 2026

Department: Nursery

Location: Liverpool

Compensation: £14,799 - £18,530 / year

The purpose of this role is to work as part of the nursery staff team delivering a high standard of care and education through an inclusive curriculum for pre-school children. The post holder has safeguarding responsibility, responding to and reporting safeguarding and child protection incidents on an immediate basis in line with policies, procedures and protocols.

The post holder will support the daily running and administration of the nursery, adhering to The City of Liverpool College policies and procedures and all relevant legislation and guidance including the Childcare Act 2006, Working Together 2018, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, Prevent Duty, Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Ofsted framework, Health and Safety, GDPR compliance, Food Standards Agency, and Local Authority requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• To work within the staff: child ratios, to a professional level that meets the required standards and conditions of registration
• To actively participate in the delivery of flexible and innovative, high-quality childcare
• To contribute to the construction and delivery of a fully inclusive, integrated curriculum adhering to the principles of the EYFS
• Partake in supervision arrangements, staff meetings, discussions and peer observations. Assisting the leadership team by taking the minutes when asked, to ensure accurate records of such meetings are kept
• To act as a key person to a designated group of children, observing, planning and recording each child’s development and in line with the EYFS statutory framework.
• Ensure the personalised learning and development package devised for each child is effective in meeting their individual needs
• Assist with claims for free entitlement hours as requested and support parents to complete a claim form
• Assist in the purchasing of consumables for the nursery, as required and ensure adequate supplies are maintained
• Be responsible for the accurate completion and monitoring of attendance registers and ensure other records required are up to date and managed in line with Data Protection and GDPR regulations
• Contribute as required, to any Ofsted inspection. Adhere to policies, procedure and protocols to ensure the health and safety, security and welfare of children, staff, students and visitors

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Relevant qualification in Early Years Childcare/Education (Level 2 minimum)
• Recent experience of working with children in a pre-school setting
• Knowledge and understanding of child development, key legislative framework, The Early Years Foundation Stage, safeguarding and child protection practices
• Good organisational skills and effective time management to ensure delegated tasks are completed and deadlines met. Ability to work under own initiative
• Effective communication and team working skills
• Experience of the Key Person role
• Personal qualities of integrity, honesty, transparency and commitment to/ownership of the mission & values of the College.
• Positive personality - self-motivated, passionate & driven to achieve the best outcome for students
• Commitment to own professional development and to participate fully in training opportunities
• Be a conversant user of MS and IT systems and have a willingness to learn and develop ICT skills to ensure effective productivity
• Willingness & ability to embrace new systems to drive forward initiatives within the nursery
• Willingness & ability to contribute to the development of the college nursery

Professional Practice and Values

• To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College Group ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of college life.
• To support cross college activities as required, in particular during key enrolment and invigilation periods.
• Carry out any other relevant and appropriate duties as determined by the needs of the service and as appropriate to the grade

Please Note: This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance: Up to 30 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 wellbeing day. You’ll also benefit from 5 to 7 days statutory closure and 2 further days closure at Easter.
• Pension Scheme: You’ll be part of the Aviva pension scheme, with contributions of up to 10%.
• Employee Benefits Platform: Access to a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and everyday savings.
• Health and Wellbeing: Access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Medicash Scheme: Access to Medicash health plans – supporting you and your family with enhanced access to treatment, wellbeing services, and expert care whenever you need it.
• Life Assurance: Life assurance to give you and your family added peace of mind — with a benefit of up to three times your annual salary payable in the event of death in service.
• Travel: Interest-free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail.
• Flexible Working: Flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work-life balance.
• Professional Development: A mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities—designed to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and accelerate your career.
• College Benefits: Access to excellent sports and fitness facilities, discounted hair and beauty treatments, and a staff discount at our Academy Restaurant.