Early Years Practitioners

Lingfield College; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent nursery in England is seeking Early Years Practitioners to provide a safe and stimulating environment for children aged 6 months to 4 years. Responsibilities include promoting well-being, implementing the EYFS curriculum, and partnering with parents. Candidates should have a childcare qualification and excellent communication skills. The role offers full-time or part-time hours with generous holiday and pension benefits.

Benefits

5.6 weeks paid holiday

Nest Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in working within a similar setting.
• Knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.
• Understanding of the independent school sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with parents and professionals.
• Implement the EYFS curriculum.
• Assist with creative displays in the Nursery.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Education

Childcare qualification (NVQ 2 or 3)

Job description

Overview

Early Years Practitioners to start October 2025

We are currently recruiting Early Years Practitioners to join our friendly Nursery team providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children, from 6 months to 4 years of age.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day tasks include working in partnership with parents, carers, and professionals to promote the well-being of the children, implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, and assisting with creative displays within the Nursery.

Qualifications and Experience

You will have experience of working within a similar setting and be able to provide a fun and stimulating learning environment. You will have a childcare qualification, ideally NVQ 2 or 3 qualified and know the EYFS curriculum. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work on your own initiative are essential. A knowledge of the independent school sector would be an advantage but is not essential.

Benefits and Details

Salary: Salary discussed at interview

Hours: Full time or Part time, working Monday to Friday between the hours of 7.30am 6.00pm varying shifts, on an all-year contract. Maternity cover role for one-year, full time, all-year round.

Holidays: 5.6 weeks paid holiday (inclusive of the usual statutory holidays)

Pension: Nest Pension Scheme

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Lingfield College is committed to safeguarding our children. The successful candidate will be required to provide an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, and a Disqualification by Association declaration before any appointment is confirmed. At Lingfield College, we uphold fundamental British values and expect all employees to do the same. Lingfield College is an Equal Opportunities employer.