Early Years Practitioner

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join the Rushcliffe Family Hub team in Bingham. You will deliver evidence-based interventions, support families, and collaborate with partner agencies to promote school readiness and emotional wellbeing.

The role requires at least two years’ experience with children aged 0-5, NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, and a valid driving licence. A DBS check applies, and flexible working across settings is expected.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience working with children aged 0-5 and their families.
• NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent).
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
• Understanding of child development and the importance of early attachments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based interventions to ensure children are ready for learning.
• Provide one-to-one support to parents and carers, addressing identified needs.
• Collaborate with families and partner agencies to create a supportive network.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports as required.
• Work flexibly in various settings, including Family Hub properties and community venues.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

Salary: £26,427 - £27,274 per annum

Type of vacancy: Permanent

Work pattern: Full Time

Hours per week: 37

Work Base: Bingham Family Hub, Bingham, NG13 8BE

Working Arrangements: Office Based

Job Description / Person Specification: JDPS.pdf – 52KB Opens in a new window

Competency Framework: Tier 7a

Number of posts: 1

Interview date: 2 November 2026

Closing Date: 04 October 2026 23:55

The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.

Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to making a positive impact in our communities. We believe in supporting families and children to thrive, ensuring that every child has the best start in life. Join us in our mission to create a nurturing environment for families across Rushcliffe.

Rushcliffe Family Hub is on the lookout for a confident and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our multi-disciplinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support families, guiding them on school readiness, behaviour, sleep, relationships, employment, and emotional wellbeing. If you have a passion for early childhood development, particularly the significance of the first 1001 days, we want to hear from you!

As An Early Years Practitioner, You Will

• Deliver evidence-based interventions to ensure children are ready for learning.
• Provide one-to-one support to parents and carers, addressing identified needs.
• Collaborate with families and partner agencies to create a supportive network.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports as required.
• Work flexibly in various settings, including Family Hub properties and community venues.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Need

• A minimum of two years’ experience working with children aged 0-5 and their families.
• An NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent).
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
• Understanding of child development and the importance of early attachments.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Demonstrate

• Compassionate Communication: Ability to build positive relationships with families and partners.
• Organisational Skills: Efficiently manage your workload and maintain records.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with colleagues and external agencies.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to work in diverse settings and with various families.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer

• A Place to Belong: A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for training and development to enhance your skills.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle.
• Community Impact: Be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of families.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community!

For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Tracy Wolstenholme on 01159773749 or by email [e-mail].

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.