Nursery Nurse

University Centre Peterborough; Peterborough; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Gym access

Free on-site parking

Employee assistance programme

Professional development

Vivup employee benefits

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Inspire Education Group is seeking a Nursery Nurse for its Peterborough nursery. You will join a busy team delivering high-quality care and education to children aged 0–5 under the EYFS framework, building strong relationships with children and families as a dedicated key person.

You will observe, assess and support each child’s progress, contribute to activity planning, and work closely with colleagues to maintain a safe, stimulating environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Childcare qualification
• Level 2 English and Maths
• Experience with the 0–5 age range
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of care and education as part of a nursery team
• Maintain accurate individual records and support children’s independence
• Implement daily room routines and prepare meals/snacks
• Act as key person for a group of children and conduct observations
• Complete initial parent work for new starters and host parent consultations
• Collaborate with external agencies to promote best outcomes for children
• Provide direction to nursery assistants and deputise for the Room Leader
• Administer basic first aid and ensure EYFS health and safety compliance
• Attend regular team meetings to support nursery development

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

# Nursery NurseEmployer: Inspire Education GroupLocation: Peterborough, CambridgeshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Part TimeContract Length: Permanent / Fixed Term optionsSalary: Salary: £25,043 per annum, full time equivalentPosted: 4th November 2026Expires: 22nd November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1582524Job Reference: REQ000767* Share :* Print**Nurture young minds and shape bright futures - deliver exceptional care and inspiring early education to empower our littlest learners every single day!**In this busy and exciting role, you will work as an integral part of our dynamic nursery team to deliver outstanding physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care for children aged 0–5.You will be responsible for creating a safe, stimulating environment under the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework, guiding day-to-day room routines, and supporting children's growing independence. As a dedicated key person, you’ll build meaningful relationships with children and their families, ensuring each child's individual progress is observed, assessed, and celebrated.Key Responsibilities:* Work as part of a team to provide a high standard of quality care and education.* Maintain accurate, up-to-date individual records and support children's independence through care routines.* Implement daily room routines, including setting out, clearing away activities, and preparing meals/snacks.* Act as a key person for a designated group of children, conducting observations, assessments, and activity planning.* Complete initial parent work for new starters and host parent consultations three times a year.* Collaborate with external agencies to promote the best outcomes for every child.* Provide clear direction to nursery assistants and deputise for the Room Leader when required.* Administer basic first aid in line with agreed nursery procedures.* Ensure strict adherence to EYFS guidelines, health and safety, safeguarding, and college policies.* Attend regular room and team meetings to continuously support nursery development.What we're looking for:You will be an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and caring practitioner holding a minimum of a Level 3 Childcare qualification alongside Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths. With solid experience working across the 0–5 age range, you possess an in-depth understanding of EYFS, child development, safeguarding practices, and the key worker system. You bring excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, a collaborative team spirit, and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with children, parents, and colleagues alike. If you are passionate about early years education and ready to bring energy, dedication, and warmth to our nursery, we would love to hear from you!Why work for IEG?* Generous Leave: 43 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part-time staff)* Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including death-in-service benefits* Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere* Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications* Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts**Ready to make a real difference in the lives of young children? Apply now!**IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.### AttachmentsWhy Work for IEG### Safeguarding Statement:IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.