Early Years Practitioner - Full time and Part time

Lime Tree Nursery; Brighton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run nursery business in Brighton is looking for dedicated Early Years Practitioners to provide high-quality care for children aged 0-5 years. Candidates must have NVQ Level 3 in Early Years with a strong understanding of EYFS requirements. Responsibilities include delivering a child-led curriculum and building partnerships with parents. The role offers flexible hours, qualification-related pay, and a sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Qualification-related pay

Discounted childcare

Trainee Manager Programme

Free CPD opportunity

Paid birthday leave

Attendance and recruitment bonus

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of EYFS welfare, learning, and development requirements.
• Experience working within an Early Years setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a child-led curriculum based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Observe, assess, and support children's development.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Child-centered approach

Ability to build effective relationships

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Early Years

Job description

Company Overview

Lime Tree Nursery is a family‑run business with eight nurseries across Rotherham, Barnsley, and North Notts, providing care for children from birth to five years. We create a home‑from‑home environment, fostering curiosity and child‑led learning using The Curiosity Approach. We encourage children to think independently, nurture their enthusiasm for learning and prepare them for school and beyond.

The Role

We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to join our team. This role requires a strong commitment to delivering an ambitious, flexible curriculum that meets the needs of children aged 0‑5 years, in line with Ofsted requirements. You will work closely with the team to create enabling environments, tailor learning approaches to individual needs, and ensure children’s safety and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively to deliver a child‑led curriculum based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Observe, assess, and support children’s development using various teaching strategies.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents and caregivers to support children’s learning.
• Ensure learning diaries are kept up to date and accurately reflect children’s progress.
• Maintain a safe and stimulating environment both indoors and outdoors.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and procedures, always ensuring children’s welfare.
• Be an active participant in staff meetings, training, and community engagement events.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Early Years.
• Strong understanding of EYFS welfare, learning, and development requirements.
• Experience working within an Early Years setting.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• A proactive, flexible, and child‑centered approach to learning.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours – a minimum of 16 hours per week.
• Qualification‑related pay.
• Discounted childcare.
• Trainee Manager Programme.
• Free CPD opportunity.
• Staff functions.
• Paid birthday leave.
• Attendance and staff recruitment bonus.
• Receive up to a £500 sign‑on bonus upon successful completion of your probation period!

If you are passionate about providing high‑quality, inclusive care and education for young children, we’d love to hear from you!