Nursery Nurse - Level 2

Wootton Park School; Northampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development

Job summary

Wootton Park Nursery, part of Wootton Park School, is recruiting a Nursery Nurse (Level 2) for a brand-new setting opening January 2027. You will help create a nurturing, stimulating environment for children aged 2–4, focusing on learning, development and wellbeing.

The role is full-time (37 hours/week, Monday to Friday) on a rota that covers 8.00am–6.00pm, 51 weeks per year. The successful candidate will join an experienced team, with safeguarding practices and strong leadership in place.

Qualifications

• At least 5 GCSEs, including English and Mathematics, or equivalent.
• Level 2 Early Years qualification or equivalent knowledge and skills.
• Experience working in a nursery or early years setting.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing across the EYFS.
• Provide high-quality care and learning experiences for 2–4 year olds.
• Work as part of a team to implement a stimulating and inclusive environment.

Skills

Nursery experience

Child development

Team player

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Job description

We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic, caring and highly motivated Nursery Nurses (Level 2) to join our brand-new nursery opening in January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new setting from the very beginning, helping to create a nurturing, stimulating and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Working alongside a team of dedicated early years professionals, you will play a key role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing, helping them to make excellent progress and build strong foundations for future success.

The Role

As a Nursery Nurse, you will support children aged 2-4 years across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. You will provide high-quality care and learning experiences while meeting the individual learning, social and emotional needs of each child.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, on a rota basis covering the nursery opening hours of 8.00am to 6.00pm.

About Us

Wootton Park Nursery will provide high-quality early years education and care for children aged 2-4 years, helping them develop confidence, communication skills and a love of learning.

The nursery will be open 51 weeks per year, Monday to Friday from 8.00am to 6.00pm, offering flexible and reliable childcare for local families.

As part of Wootton Park School, the nursery will benefit from established leadership, strong safeguarding systems and recognised early years expertise. Wootton Park School has been designated by the Department for Education as a RISE Reception Network Lead School for the East Midlands, reflecting its sustained strengths in early years provision and leadership.

This means our nursery will be part of a school community with proven expertise in supporting children's learning, development and successful transition into Reception.

What We Can Offer

• A rewarding environment where children can learn, grow and flourish.
• A supportive programme of professional development through a coaching model.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression as our Trust continues to grow.
• An exciting, friendly and supportive working environment.
• Employee Assistance Programme to support staff wellbeing.
• Reprographics and IT support.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

• At least 5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 (A*-C), including English and Mathematics, or equivalent qualifications.
• At least a relevant Level 2 Early Years qualification (or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience).
• Experience of working within a nursery or early years setting.
• A sound understanding of child development and the varying needs of young children.
• The ability to support children's learning, social development and emotional wellbeing.
• A positive, flexible and enthusiastic approach to working as part of a team.

In accordance with our statutory obligations under Keeping Children Safe in Education, Wootton Park Academy Trust is required to conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates and offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS Disclosure

We are an equal opportunities employer.

We maintain the right to close the application process early or later if necessary.

Closing Date: Monday 5th October 2026, 12noon

Interview Date: W/B 5th October 2026

Candidates should be available to interview in person

We are holding a recruitment event on Saturday 26th September 2026 at 10am and would like to welcome all applicants interested in joining our new nursery.