Early Years Practitioner

Buckingham Alliance Partners, Inc.; Gerrards Cross; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Gerrards Cross seeks an Early Years Practitioner to deliver exceptional early years education. Join a supportive team, create engaging activities, and nurture children's development in a warm, inspiring environment. Opportunities for professional growth and a £500 starter bonus await you!

Benefits

£500 New Starter Bonus

50% off childcare fees

Company Pension

Bupa Health Care Package

Referral Bonuses

Access to Continuous Training & Development

Extra day annual leave after probation

Qualifications

• Full & Relevant Early Years Level 2, 3 or above Qualification required.
• Previous experience working with children as an Early Years Educator essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning the curriculum using EYFS.
• Act as a key person to a small group of children.
• Support meal times and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Communication

Humour

Passion for play-based approach

Education

Early Years Level 2 Qualification

Early Years Level 3 Qualification

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£26,104 - £26,728 Level 2 / £26,832 - £29,120 Level 3 + £500 New Starter Bonus

£26,104 - £26,728 Level 2 / £26,832 - £29,120 Level 3 + £500 New Starter Bonus

Location: 29 High Street, Chalfont St Peter, Bucks, SL9 9QE

Position Type: Full-Time, All-Year-Round (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

Are you a passionate, qualified, Early Years Educator ready to make a meaningful impact every day? If so, wed love to welcome you to the Hungry Caterpillar Family - where joy, learning, and development go hand in hand.

About The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner at Hungry Caterpillars, youll play a vital role in delivering exceptional early years education and care. Working as part of a supportive team, you'll create engaging, child-led activities, nurture positive relationships, and ensure a safe, stimulating environment for every child. Whether indoors or out in our exciting gardens, youll bring fun, smiles, and curiosity into each day - helping children flourish emotionally, socially, and educationally.

Youll also have opportunities to grow your skills and career through our strong focus on professional development, training, and internal promotion pathways.

Responsibilities

To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance.

To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session.

To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met.

To support meal times within the setting.

To actively participate at team meetings, supervisor meetings and appraisal meetings.

To attend training courses as required and to take responsibility for your development.

To ensure that adequate records are kept and updated regularly.

Why Hungry Caterpillars?

• £500 New Starter Bonus (paid in two instalments)
• 50% off childcare fees from day one
• Company Pension
• Bupa Health Care Package
• Referral Bonuses
• Access to Continuous Training & Development
• Extra day annual leave after probation completion
  
  

About Our Nursery

Nestled in the heart of Chalfont St Peter, our newly renovated nursery offers a warm, inspiring environment where children can thrive. Thoughtfully designed with beautiful rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting outdoor gardens, our setting sparks curiosity and joy - ensuring every child is confident, happy, and fully prepared for the journey ahead.

• Capacity: 70 children (ages 3 months to 4 years)
• Baby Room (0-2 years, 18 places)
• Toddler Room (2-3 years x 24 places)
• Pre-school (3-4 years x 28 places)
• Opening Hours: 7:30 am 6:30 pm
  
  

What Were Looking For

• Full & Relevant Early Years Level 2, 3 or above Qualification (essential)
• Previous experience of working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse
• Great communication skills, A sense of humour, A passion for a play based approach.
  
  

At Hungry Caterpillars, we invest in your future with opportunities for professional growth and career progression. If you're ready to make a real difference in children's lives and work in an inspiring environment, apply today!

Join our award-winning nursery group and start your next chapter with Hungry Caterpillars!

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