Early Years Practitioner

Wickersley Nursery Ltd; Bramley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant nursery in Bramley is seeking enthusiastic individuals who love working with children. You will nurture children's growth through play and learning, creating safe and engaging activities while building strong relationships with families. Candidates should ideally have a Level 2 or 3 in Early Years Education and a caring personality. Join a supportive team with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Supportive team and career development

Staff outings and team treats

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 in Early Years Education or working towards it.
• Genuine love of working with children.
• Patient, playful, and caring personality.
• Team player with a good sense of humour.
• Understanding of safeguarding and health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s development through play and learning.
• Create safe, stimulating, and fun activities.
• Build strong relationships with children and families.
• Monitor children's developmental milestones.
• Help children become kind and confident.

Job description

Overview

Are you a bundle of energy, a master of silly voices, and a pro at building block towers that defy gravity? If so, we want YOU to join our friendly, vibrant nursery team!

At Wickersley Nursery every day is a new adventure. We believe play is serious business, and we’re passionate about nurturing happy, curious, and confident little learners. From messy play to magical story times, we create a warm and exciting environment where both children and practitioners thrive.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Turning giggles into growth by supporting children’s development through play and learning.
• Creating safe, stimulating, and fun activities (glitter may be involved).
• Building strong relationships with children, families, and your team.
• Keeping an eye out for muddy hands, runny noses, and big developmental milestones.
• Helping little ones become kind, confident, and ready for the big wide world.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 2 or 3 in Early Years Education (or working towards it – let’s talk!).
• A genuine love of working with children (bonus points if you know every word to “Baby Shark” and still smile).
• A patient, playful, and caring personality.
• A team player with a good sense of humour and big imagination.
• An understanding of safeguarding and health & safety.

What You’ll Get

• Supportive team and room to grow professionally.
• Training opportunities and career development.
• Staff outings, team treats, and the occasional slice of birthday cake.
• The joy of being part of a child’s magical early years journey.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £12.21-£12.30 per hour

Benefits

• On-site parking

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person