Early Years Practitioner

Eton End School; Slough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day week contracts

Up to 30,051 FTE

Annual salary reviews

Discounted childcare

Free lunch during your working day

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and wellbeing support

Training and professional development

Career progression across Inspired Ler

Job summary

The Nest Nursery at Eton End School in Datchet, near Slough, is seeking a motivated Early Years Practitioner. You will plan and deliver play-based learning, support development through the EYFS, and work with a caring team in a welcoming independent school setting.

Join a growing nursery and benefit from professional development, a 4-day-week contract, and thorough safeguarding practices. A rewarding role with excellent progression within Inspired Learning Group.

Qualifications

• DfE-approved Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Previous experience in a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS, child development and safeguarding.
• Caring, enthusiastic and positive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences aligned with each child’s interests.
• Create a safe, stimulating environment encouraging exploration and confidence.
• Observe, assess and track progress using the EYFS framework.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents and carers.
• Support emotional wellbeing, communication, independence and social development.
• Maintain accurate observations and learning records for future planning.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and education.
• Leverage links with the wider school to support seamless progression.
• Uphold safeguarding, health and safety and children's wellbeing as priorities.
• Contribute ideas to grow and develop the nursery.

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Tools

EYFS

Job description

The Nest Nursery at Eton End School | Datchet, near Slough (SL3)

Permanent | Year-Round | Up to £30,051 FTE (DOE) | Now Offering 4-Day-Per-Week Contracts!

Looking for a nursery where you can help shape the future while inspiring young children every day?

At The Nest Nursery, we believe exceptional early years education starts with passionate, dedicated practitioners. We're looking for caring and enthusiastic Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to join our growing team as we continue to expand our nursery provision.

Situated within Eton End School, our nursery offers a unique environment where children benefit from being part of a welcoming independent school community from the very beginning of their educational journey. Set in a beautiful location on the banks of the River Thames, between Datchet and Eton, our nursery combines a nurturing, family atmosphere with excellent facilities and opportunities for children to become confident, curious and independent learners.

As part of the Inspired Learning Group, you'll enjoy the warmth of a close-knit school community while benefiting from ongoing professional development, excellent support and career progression opportunities across a wider family of independent schools and nurseries.

Whether you're an experienced practitioner or have recently achieved your qualification and are ready to begin your Early Years career, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll play an important role in creating an inspiring environment where every child feels safe, valued and excited to learn.

• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences that support each child's individual interests, abilities and stage of development.
• Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover and build confidence.
• Observe, assess and celebrate children's progress, using the EYFS framework to plan meaningful next steps in learning.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents and carers, working in partnership to support every child's development.
• Support children's emotional wellbeing, communication, independence and social development through warm, responsive interactions.
• Maintain accurate observations, assessments and learning records to celebrate children's achievements and inform future planning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care, education and professionalism across the nursery.
• Take advantage of the nursery's close links with the wider school, helping children feel confident as they progress through their early education.
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and children's wellbeing remain central to everything you do.
• Contribute ideas and enthusiasm as we continue to grow and develop our expanding nursery.

We're looking for someone who has:

• DfE-approved Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
• Previous experience working in a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS, child development and safeguarding.
• A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for providing outstanding care and education for young children.

We welcome applications from experienced practitioners as well as those who have recently qualified and are looking to begin a rewarding career in Early Years.

Why join The Nest Nursery?

We know that happy, supported practitioners create exceptional experiences for children, so we're committed to investing in our people.

We offer:

• Up to £30,051 FTE, depending on qualifications and experience.
• NEW 4-day-per-week contracts for improved work-life balance.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Discounted childcare.
• Free lunch during your working day.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Career progression opportunities across Inspired Learning Group.
• A welcoming, experienced and supportive team.
• The opportunity to join a growing nursery at an exciting stage of its development.
• A beautiful working environment within the grounds of Eton End School.

For more information, please contact Danielle on 07542 605096 or [e-mail].

Safeguarding Statement

Eton End School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance, identity, qualification and employment checks, including exploration of any gaps in employment and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.