Early Years Practitioner

Mama Bear's Day Nursery Limited; Clifton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off

Free uniform

Complimentary meals

Christmas closure

All bank holidays off

28 days annual leave

Career progression

CPD & training

Meetings time off

Job summary

Mama Bear’s Day Nursery Limited in Clifton is seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly team. This break cover role is 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a competitive salary based on your qualifications and experience.

The nursery is conveniently located at the corner of Whiteladies Road and Apsley Road and is easily accessible by car or public transport. You’ll be working closely with children and the team to deliver high‑quality early years education and care.

Qualifications

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS.
• A warm, positive and child-centred approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Passion for supporting children’s learning and development.

Skills

Teamwork

Child-centered approach

Passion for learning

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

We’re looking for a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly team at our Clifton nursery. If you’re committed to delivering exceptional early years education and high‑quality care, we’d love to hear from you. This role is a break cover role working Monday to Friday, 25 hours per week.

Our vibrant nursery is ideally located on the corner of Whiteladies Road and Apsley Road and is easily accessible by car or public transport.

What we’re looking for

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Strong understanding of the EYFS
• A warm, positive and child‑centred approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Passion for supporting children’s learning and development

We believe great people deserve great perks. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• Your birthday off
• Free uniform
• Complimentary meals when dining with the children
• Christmas closure – you’ll never work between Christmas and New Year
• All bank holidays off
• 28 days annual leave
• Clear progression routes , with internal promotion wherever possible
• Extensive training and CPD , helping you grow your career
• Time back for meetings, training or events held outside nursery hours

We offer a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience, alongside a supportive, friendly team environment.

As this role involves working closely with children, an enhanced DBS check is required. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Mama Bear’s Day Nursery is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.