Early Years Practitioner

EduTalent Group; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free hot lunches

On-site parking

6 weeks annual leave

Competitive pension

Paid breaks

No uniform

Excellent working conditions

Progression opportunities

Job summary

EduTalent Group seeks an Early Years Practitioner to join a nurturing nursery environment focused on children aged 0–3 years. The role centers on building secure relationships as a key person and supporting children’s exploration through indoor calm and outdoor spaces.

The successful candidate will care for babies and toddlers, bringing warmth, energy and teamwork to daily activities, while contributing to high-quality care in line with early years best practice.

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 2 or above Early Years qualification.
• Has experience caring for children aged 0–3 years and a genuine passion for working with babies and toddlers.
• Is warm, patient and positive, with excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Brings energy, flexibility and enthusiasm to their role every day.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a key person for a small group of children and building strong relationships with them and their families.
• Creating a calm, nurturing environment indoors while making full use of dedicated outdoor spaces, gardens and outdoor learning areas.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and visiting specialists to provide a varied and engaging nursery experience.
• Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development while laying the foundations for their early learning.
• Providing high-quality care and support for babies and toddlers in line with early years best practice.

Skills

Level 2+ Early Years qualification

Experience with 0–3 year olds

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Job description

Early Years Practitioner – 0–3 Years

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join a nurturing and child-focused nursery environment, working primarily with children aged 0–3 years.

The setting provides a warm, nature-rich environment where curiosity, comfort and care go hand in hand. You will play an important role in supporting young children to feel safe, secure and ready to explore the world around them.

The Role

• Acting as a key person for a small group of children and building strong relationships with them and their families.


• Creating a calm, nurturing environment indoors while making full use of dedicated outdoor spaces, gardens and outdoor learning areas.


• Working collaboratively with colleagues and visiting specialists to provide a varied and engaging nursery experience.


• Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development while laying the foundations for their early learning.


• Providing high-quality care and support for babies and toddlers in line with early years best practice.

About You

• Holds a Level 2 or above Early Years qualification.


• Has experience caring for children aged 0–3 years and a genuine passion for working with babies and toddlers.


• Is warm, patient and positive, with excellent communication and teamwork skills.


• Brings energy, flexibility and enthusiasm to their role every day.

Salary & Benefits

• £27,248 for Level 3 practitioners.


• Full-time, 4 days per week, all year round.


• 6 weeks annual leave.


• Competitive pension scheme.


• Free hot lunches.


• On-site parking.


• Paid breaks.


• No uniform.


• Excellent working conditions.


• Opportunities for progression into Deputy Room Lead, Room Lead and other areas of the organisation.

Safeguarding

The successful candidate will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and references. Online checks may also be undertaken for shortlisted candidates.