Early Years Practitioner

We are seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly Nursery team at an exciting time as we increase our Early Years provision from term time only to a full time Nursery provision providing care from babies through to Pre-school. 

The successful candidate will ideally have a Level 3 in Early Years Education and should be experienced in planning inspiring activities for children to explore and enjoy. However, we are open to experienced candidates who don’t have a Level 3 qualification. They will be able to demonstrate a track record of high-quality teaching and supporting children within the Early Years Foundation Stage. 

The role is a full time, year round role and will initially be in our current Nursery room working with children aged 2-4 years. We are also open to part-time applicants at 20 hours per week.

We invite applications from experienced candidates to contribute further to standards of excellence, who love children and aspire to work in a happy and fulfilling environment. Early Years Practitioners report to the Nursery Manager. 

Hours, Salary & Benefits:

Hours: 20, 40 or 47.5 hours per week, year-round. Permanent role. We are open to full-time or part-time roles; please let us know what hours you prefer when applying. 

Salary: allowance for higher responsibility

£13.00 per hour unqualified

£13.75 - £13.95 per hour if qualified

20 hours pw - £14,300 - £14,508 pa. £15,508 with an additional responsibility. 

40 hours pw - £28,600 - £30,500.00 pa. £32,500 with two additional responsibilities. 

47.5 hours pw - up to £34,456.50 pa

Benefits: 

• 50% fee discount for the sessions your child attends on the days you work in the nursery
• 5% employer pension
• Shopping discount card
• Access to the group's counselling scheme
• 3 x days of paid CPD / training per year
• 20 days holiday per year, rising by one day a year to a maximum of 25, for every year of employment
• Access to fully funded apprenticeships, up to L5
• Extra day off for birthday
• Personal accident at work cover
• Staff uniform provided