Level 2 Or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A new opportunity has arisen with Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in Leicester for an Early Years Practitioner who will provide high-quality care and early education for children aged 0–5, following the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements. You will be a key person, building relationships with families in a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

You will deliver developmentally appropriate activities, observe and plan learning, support children’s

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate activities linked to the EYFS.
• Observe, assess, and plan for children’s learning using the nursery’s chosen system (paper or digital).
• Support children’s communication, independence, emotional wellbeing, and school readiness.
• Promote inclusive practice, adapting activities for SEND and EAL children.
• Build warm, professional relationships with children and families.
• Complete settling-in processes, learning journals, progress checks, and transition reports. Communicate daily with parents in a friendly, informative, and supportive manner.

Job description

To provide high-quality care and early education for children aged 0–5, following the EYFS, safeguarding requirements, and the nursery’s policies. The practitioner will act as a key person, build strong relationships with families, and contribute to a safe, stimulating, inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate activities linked to the EYFS.
• Observe, assess, and plan for children’s learning using the nursery’s chosen system (paper or digital).
• Support children’s communication, independence, emotional wellbeing, and school readiness.
• Promote inclusive practice, adapting activities for SEND and EAL children.

Safeguarding & Welfare

• Follow all safeguarding procedures and report concerns immediately to the DSL.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organised environment, completing daily checks and risk assessments.
• Follow safer sleep guidance, including sleep checks, sleep position rules, and comforter procedures.
• Administer first aid (if trained) and follow accident/incident reporting procedures.

Key Person Responsibilities

• Build warm, professional relationships with children and families.
• Complete settling-in processes, learning journals, progress checks, and transition reports.Communicate daily with parents in a friendly, informative, and supportive manner.

Teamwork & Professionalism

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and education.
• Contribute ideas to planning, room organisation, and continuous provision.
• Attend staff meetings, training, and supervision sessions.
• Uphold the nursery’s values, policies, and code of conduct at all times.

Health & Safety

• Follow hygiene routines, including nappy changing, toileting, and food safety.
• Support children with self-care skills in a respectful, age-appropriate way.
• Ensure all equipment, resources, and areas are safe and well maintained.