Early Years Practitioner – Clayesmore School Nursery

The Dorset Magazine Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dorset Magazine Limited is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for Clayesmore School Nursery. This full-time role involves launching and nurturing a new nursery, creating engaging activities, and impacting young children's lives positively.

Ideal candidates will be Level 2 or 3 qualified in Early Years and can inspire a love of learning. With a commitment to safeguarding and professional growth, this position offers a comprehensive opportunity to shape the future of children's education.

Qualifications

• Must be Level 2 or 3 qualified in Early Years.
• Ability to inspire pupils with enthusiasm for learning.
• Knowledge of the Early Years curriculum requirements.

Responsibilities

• Launch and grow the nursery in a nurturing environment.
• Plan engaging activities for pupils of all abilities.
• Ensure a secure environment for children's learning.

Skills

Early Years qualification Level 2 or 3

Inspiring enthusiasm and a love of learning

Knowledge of Early Years curriculum requirements

Planning engaging and stimulating activities

Pastoral care experience

Encouraging learning through play

Creating a secure learning environment

Working with parents and carers

Building literacy, language and numeracy skills

Monitoring and planning progress

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualified in Early Years

Job description

Early Years Practitioner– Clayesmore School Nursery

Date: 24 November, 2025

Salary:Up to £30,000 depending on qualifications and experience
Contract type:52 weeks a year
Hours of Work:Full time, 40 hours per week
Contract term:Permanent
Start date:January 2026

We are seeking to appoint Early Years Practitioners to join Clayesmore Nursery. This is an exciting opportunity to join, work in and shape the setup and development of our nursery, creating a nurturing and inspiring environment for young children.

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a pivotal role in launching and growing our nursery, joining a team of dedicated staff, and embedding our vision and best practices. We are looking for passionate staff to take this journey with us. We would welcome applications from experienced Early Years Practitioners as well as those who have recently qualified.

If you are able to demonstrate the following, we would welcome your application:

• Level 2 or 3 qualified in Early Years.
• Able to inspire our pupils with enthusiasm and a love of learning.
• Have a sound knowledge of the requirements of the Early Years curriculum.
• Able to plan and prepare engaging and stimulating activities for pupils or every ability.
• Able to positively impact pupils in every aspect of their education including pastoral care.
• Able to encourage learning and development, through play and teaching.
• Can create a secure environment, using imagination to help children to learn.
• Can work with parents and carers to support their children.
• Enable children to build their literacy, language and numeracy skills.
• Monitor progress to enable planning.
• Put together activities which will keep the children engaged throughout the day.

This is your chance to play a key role in the launch of an exciting new nursery. With the support of the manager and the Inspired Learning Group, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally and make a positive impact in young children’s lives.

Clayesmore School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).