Forest School Nursery Practitioner – Outdoor Learning

Recruit by Nature; Horsham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80% childcare discount

International CPD trips

33 days holiday incl bank holidays

Wellbeing support and career growth

Health cash plan and EAP

Employee discount

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Free parking

Referral programme and sick pay

Staff socials and meals out

Long-service rewards

Career progression

Job summary

Recruit by Nature is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for a full-time, permanent role in Horsham, West Sussex RH12. The candidate will support children 6 months to 5 years in a Forest School and farm-based setting, delivering an EYFS-led, child-led approach with outdoor learning at the core.

The role operates 51 weeks a year, Monday–Friday, 7:30am–6:00pm, in-person at the nursery. GBP 27k–30k depending on experience, with extensive benefits and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Permanent right to work in the UK with no sponsorship required.
• Level 3 or above Childcare qualification is required.
• Previous early years, nursery or childcare experience is required.
• Passion for Early Years, EYFS, Forest School and outdoor learning.
• Good understanding of safeguarding, child development and high-quality nursery practice.
• Caring, positive and team-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently while contributing confidently as part of the wider nursery team.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 6 months to 5 years with their learning and development.
• Create a warm, stimulating, safe and inclusive nursery environment.
• Engage children in outdoor play, Forest School and farm-based activities.
• Observe and track children’s development, helping them meet key milestones.
• Support an inspiring, child-led EYFS curriculum.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and families.
• Work closely with colleagues to provide consistent high-quality childcare.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and safe working practices at all times.

Skills

Outdoor learning

EYFS

Childcare experience

Team player

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Recruit by Nature is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for a full-time, permanent role in Horsham, West Sussex RH12. The candidate will support children 6 months to 5 years in a Forest School and farm-based setting, delivering an EYFS-led, child-led approach with outdoor learning at the core.

The role operates 51 weeks a year, Monday–Friday, 7:30am–6:00pm, in-person at the nursery. GBP 27k–30k depending on experience, with extensive benefits and career progression opportunities.