Bank Nursery Practitioner

The Old Station Nursery Group; Little Houghton; Hybrid; GBP 17,509 - 18,198; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued holiday pay

Job summary

A children's nursery organization in Little Houghton is looking for a Bank Nursery Practitioner with a passion for creating bright futures for children. This role involves creating a nurturing environment and planning engaging activities. Experience in childcare is essential, and while a Level 2 or 3 qualification is desirable, it is not mandatory. The position offers a flexible zero-hour contract. If you're enthusiastic and dedicated, apply today!

Qualifications

• Experience working in a childcare setting is required.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment for children.
• Plan and deliver engaging play-based activities.
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families.
• Monitor children's development milestones and keep records.
• Support the daily running of the nursery, maintaining hygiene and safety.

Skills

Experience in childcare

Creativity

Enthusiasm

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Join Our Team as a Bank Nursery Practitioner! (Zero Hours - Flexible Contract)

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Little Houghton, we’re looking for a Bank Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!

Experience working in a childcare setting is required for this role. A Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Pay: £12.71 - £13.21 per Hour depending on experience *plus accrued holiday pay

Working Hours: Zero hour contract - This gives you flexibility to work different shifts each week depending on the Nursery needs, between 8am-6pm - Monday to Friday.

Location: Little Houghton Day Nursery, The Old School, 35 Bedford Road, Little Houghton, Northamptonshire, NN7 1AB

About Our Nursery

In the picturesque village of Little Houghton in Northamptonshire, Little Houghton Day Nursery offers a nurturing and enriching environment for your child’s early education. Situated in a charming rural setting, our nursery provides children with a variety of learning opportunities that allow them to explore their interests and develop their unique talents. At our nursery we have 3 rooms: baby room (0-2 years), toddler room (2-3 years), Preschool room (3-5 years). Little Houghton Day Nursery is just to the south of Northampton, off the A428 (Bedford to Northampton Road), next to the local church St Mary The Virgin. The nursery is only a short drive away from other local villages as well as a bus route called the village hopper which goes to all surrounding villages and to Northampton Bus Station. Parking is available outside the nursery.

What Your Role Involves

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play‑based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children’s development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
• Support the day‑to‑day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!

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, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.