At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's learning and guide colleagues in a nurturing nursery environment.
- Company: Join a caring nursery community focused on growth for everyone.
- Benefits: Free childcare for the first month, 31 days holiday, and discounts on everyday essentials.
- Other info: Located in the heart of York with a commitment to sustainability and community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS required, plus experience in an Early Years setting.
The predicted salary is between 29348 - 29348 £ per year.
Join Our Team as a Senior Early Years Practitioner / Deputy Room Leader at The Old Station Nursery. We believe everyone is still growing - little humans and big humans alike. As a Senior Early Years Practitioner at Minster Yard, you’ll help children learn, explore, and discover while supporting colleagues to deliver thoughtful, high-quality care.
Why Join Our Team?
- Childcare support: Free childcare for your first month, followed by a 52% discount based on your working hours.
- Time to recharge: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus your birthday off and an extra day after 3 years of service.
- Space to grow: Access to The National College, with a library of courses and training to develop your practice and leadership.
- Connection to your community: One paid day each year to volunteer and support a cause that matters to you.
- Everyday support: With access to Perkbox, enjoy discounts on shopping, meals out, and everyday essentials, alongside wellbeing tools and online medical services.
- Recognition along the way: We celebrate the care and commitment you bring, with Employee of the Month recognition, long-service awards to mark your milestones, and referral bonuses for introducing friends or family to our team.
Pay: £29,348 per annum based on experience, 40 hours per week.
Hours: Monday to Friday - 38 to 40 hours a week between 8am - 6pm. 4 days per week.
Location: Little Green Rascals Minster Yard, 7 Minster Yard, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 7JD.
Where You'll Be Working: Little Green Rascals Minster Yard is a truly unique nursery. Our goal is to create a home-from-home environment, offering natural, locally sourced, and organic products whenever possible—ensuring no added nasties in our food or skincare.
What You'll Be Doing: You’ll bring thoughtful care and purposeful play to children’s days, while using your experience to guide colleagues and model good practice. Your role will include:
- Creating a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to be themselves.
- Planning and delivering play-based experiences aligned with the EYFS and shaped around children’s interests and needs.
- Observing children’s development, keeping meaningful records, and using what you learn to support their next steps.
- Building trusting relationships with families, sharing achievements and listening to their knowledge of their child.
- Supporting everyday routines, including meals, personal care, and rest, with patience and attention.
- Modelling high standards of safeguarding, safety, hygiene, and care.
- Guiding colleagues, apprentices, and volunteers, helping them build confidence and develop their practice.
- Supporting the Room Leader and Nursery Management Team to maintain consistent standards and help the nursery day run smoothly.
- Sharing ideas, welcoming feedback, and contributing to improvements in children’s experiences.
Our values are simple: Own it. Be human. Make it happen. As a senior practitioner, that means taking responsibility for your practice, encouraging others, and working together to turn good ideas into positive experiences for children.
What We’re Looking For: You must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to be considered for this role. You’ll also bring:
- Experience in an Early Years setting and the confidence to guide and support colleagues.
- A sound understanding of the EYFS and how children learn through play and relationships.
- A caring, observant approach that recognises each child’s individuality.
- The ability to lead by example and offer constructive, encouraging feedback.
- Confidence building positive relationships with families and colleagues.
- A commitment to safeguarding and maintaining high standards of care.
- Curiosity, openness to feedback, and enthusiasm for your own development.
If you have any questions about the role, our Recruitment Team will be happy to help at recruitment@tosn.co.uk. Please note: we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, verification of your right to work in the UK, and any essential qualifications. If successful, our Onboarding Team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to support fairness and accessibility for all candidates. This role involves regulated activity with children.
Senior Nursery Practitioner-£500 Welcome Perk employer: The Old Station Nursery Group
The Old Station Nursery Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its staff and the children they care for. With a supportive work culture, generous benefits including free childcare for the first month and 31 days of holiday, as well as opportunities for professional growth, this part-time role in Warwick offers a fulfilling and rewarding experience for those passionate about early years education.
Contact Details:
The Old Station Nursery Group Recruitment Team
