At a Glance
- Tasks: Create fun, hands-on learning experiences for children in a nurturing environment.
- Company: A welcoming nursery focused on outdoor and nature-based learning.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, part-time hours, and a supportive team atmosphere.
- Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to fostering children's curiosity and independence.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a flexible work schedule.
- Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification and nursery experience.
The predicted salary is between 13.2 - 13.2 £ per hour.
Job Description
- Nursery Practitioner – Level 2 or Level 3
- Term Time Only | Level 2 from £13.20 per hour | Level 3 from £13.50 per hour | Part Time
This welcoming nursery provides a secure, stimulating environment where children are encouraged to explore both their surroundings and the natural world.
Outdoor experiences form an important part of everyday learning, with opportunities for children to grow plants and vegetables, experiment with water, mud and sand, and discover the world around them through hands-on play.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for a term-time position with shorter daytime hours.
You'll join a supportive early years team, helping to create meaningful learning experiences while encouraging children's confidence, curiosity and independence.
What We're Looking For
- Full and relevant
Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification .
- Previous experience within a nursery or early years environment.
- Good understanding of the EYFS framework.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection requirements.
- Enthusiasm for outdoor, nature-based and play-led learning.
- A caring and patient approach to supporting young children.
- Confidence encouraging children's independence and curiosity.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Your Role
- Provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS.
- Create engaging activities based around children's individual interests and developmental needs.
- Encourage children to explore nature and learn through practical, hands-on experiences.
- Support activities including planting and growing vegetables, water exploration, sand and messy play.
- Make effective use of the outdoor environment to extend children's learning.
- Support children's confidence, independence and social development.
- Observe children's progress and contribute to their individual learning journeys.
- Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
- Maintain a safe, secure and stimulating environment throughout the day.
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies 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.
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Nursery Practitioner in West Byfleet employer: Willingcare
Willingcare in Winchester is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for its staff. With competitive salaries, benefits like daily lunch and discounted childcare, and a strong commitment to employee development, this Outstanding nursery fosters a culture of collaboration and passion for early years education. Join a dedicated team where your contributions are valued and you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on young children's lives.
