Early Years Practitioner

Pure Care Recruitment; Spencers Wood; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Care Recruitment is recruiting for a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner in Spencers Wood (RG7) in a rural nursery with ample outdoor space. The role focuses on outdoor learning, caring for young children and delivering engaging EYFS activities.

You will join a welcoming team, support planning and assessments, and help children develop confidence and foundational skills in a supportive, collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification is required.
• Previous nursery or early years setting experience.
• Genuine passion for working with young children.
• Positive, caring and enthusiastic approach.
• Enjoys outdoor learning and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education in line with EYFS.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities and outdoor learning.
• Support children's development and learning journeys.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

Skills

Outdoor learning

Team player

Passion for children

Education

Level 3 EY qualification

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Spencers Wood - Up To £32,310

Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner looking for a new opportunity in a beautiful rural setting? We are recruiting for a lovely nursery in RG7, offering a fantastic environment for both children and staff, with plenty of outdoor space to explore, learn and play.

This is a wonderful opportunity for an Early Years Practitioner who enjoys being outdoors, creating exciting learning experiences and supporting children through their early development.

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care and education, helping children develop their confidence, independence and social skills. You will support the planning and delivery of engaging activities, create a stimulating learning environment and ensure every child receives the attention and encouragement they deserve.

The successful Early Years Practitioner will be responsible for:

• Providing high standards of care, education and safeguarding.
• Supporting children's learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.
• Planning and delivering fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities.
• Making the most of the nursery's fantastic outdoor space.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Supporting observations, assessments and children's individual learning journeys.
• Maintaining a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.

What we're looking for:

• A Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
• A genuine passion for working with young children.
• A positive, caring and enthusiastic approach.
• Someone who enjoys outdoor learning and working as part of a team.

Working hours and salary:

• £13.00–£14.62 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time opportunities, working between 32 and 42.5 hours per week.
• Flexible working patterns across 3–5 days.
• Nursery opening hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am–6:00pm.
• Shifts will fall within the nursery's operational hours.

If you are an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner looking to join a welcoming nursery with a fantastic rural setting and plenty of outdoor space, we would love to hear from you!