Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner — Grow, Inspire, Belong

The Old Station Nursery Group; Whitstable; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare first month

52% childcare discount

Holiday entitlement 31 days + birthday

National College training access

Volunteer day

Perkbox discounts

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Whitstable is hiring a qualified Nursery Practitioner in Whitstable. You will help create moments that build confidence, curiosity, and belonging while supporting children through play and daily routines.

You must hold Level 2/3 EY qualification or QTS. Expect a warm, collaborative team, opportunities for development, and strong safeguarding commitments in this seaside setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS.
• Understanding of the EYFS and how children learn through play and everyday experiences.
• Caring, attentive approach that recognises each child’s individuality.
• Creativity and curiosity, with a willingness to follow children’s interests.
• Confidence building positive relationships with families and colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining high standards of care.
• Collaborative approach, open to feedback and ongoing learning.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued, and free to be themselves.
• Plan engaging, play-based experiences aligned with the EYFS and children’s interests.
• Observe development, record progress, and use insights to guide next steps.
• Build trusting relationships with families and share updates.
• Support daily routines, meals, personal care, and rest with patience.
• Keep safeguarding, safety, hygiene and wellbeing at the heart of the work.
• Collaborate with colleagues, mentor apprentices and volunteers, and learn from others.

Skills

EYFS understanding

Caring approach

Creativity

Communication with families

Safeguarding

Collaborative mindset

Education

Level 2/Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

The Old Station Nursery Whitstable is hiring a qualified Nursery Practitioner in Whitstable. You will help create moments that build confidence, curiosity, and belonging while supporting children through play and daily routines.

You must hold Level 2/3 EY qualification or QTS. Expect a warm, collaborative team, opportunities for development, and strong safeguarding commitments in this seaside setting.