At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality care and education, planning engaging activities for children's development.
- Company: A nurturing nursery with a Good Ofsted rating and a warm, home-like environment.
- Benefits: £30,000 salary, competitive leave, pension scheme, discounted childcare, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Join a friendly team and enjoy excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in a nursery setting.
Job Description
Nursery Practitioner (Level 3)
£30,000 per year | Level 3 | Permanent | Good Ofsted
Set within a beautifully converted house, this Good Ofsted-rated nursery combines the character and warmth of a home-from-home setting with carefully designed spaces for early years learning. Cosy, age-specific rooms give children environments suited to each stage of their development, while a mixture of indoor and outdoor play areas provides plenty of opportunities to explore, create and learn through play.
As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you'll become part of a friendly team focused on creating meaningful experiences for children while providing the consistency and nurturing relationships that help them feel safe, confident and ready to learn.
What We're Looking For
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
- Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
- Good understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection requirements.
- Confidence planning engaging activities around children's interests and individual needs.
- A warm, patient and enthusiastic approach.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
What You'll Receive
- £30,000 per year
- Competitive annual leave package
- Pension scheme
- On-site parking
- Heavily discounted childcare
- Paid enhanced DBS check
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunity to work within a Good Ofsted-rated nursery
Your Role
- Provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework.
- Plan engaging activities that encourage children's curiosity, creativity and independence.
- Support children's individual routines, learning and developmental needs.
- Make full use of the nursery's indoor and outdoor environments to create varied learning experiences.
- Act as a Key Person, building secure and positive relationships with children and their families.
- Observe and assess children's progress, using their interests and development to plan appropriate next steps.
- Encourage children to develop confidence and independence through play and everyday experiences.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a welcoming and positive nursery environment.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety at all times.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
Reference: WILL251553/DB
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Nursery Practitioner in Totton employer: Willingcare
As a Nursery Manager with us, you'll be part of a nurturing and dynamic environment that prioritises both child development and employee wellbeing. We offer competitive salaries, a performance-related bonus scheme, and extensive professional development opportunities, all while working in spacious, well-resourced settings across Hampshire and Surrey. Join our supportive team where your leadership will directly impact the growth of young minds and your career progression.
