Nursery Practitioner

Basingstoke College of Technology; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK education institution is seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join its outstanding nursery. In this role, you will work closely with children and parents, creating a stimulating environment for learning and development. Applicants must have current authorisation to work in the UK. The position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including pension scheme membership, onsite gym access, and professional development opportunities at no extra cost.

Benefits

Member of the Teachers Pension Scheme

Excellent annual leave entitlements

Discounts on major retailers

Free onsite parking

Free onsite gym

Discounts on nursery and dining

Season ticket loans

Cycle to work scheme

Professional qualifications at no cost

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children.
• Current authorisation to work in the UK.
• Commitment to provide a stimulating play environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the permanent team across various ages as needed.
• Work closely with children and parents for their development.
• Create a stimulating play environment.

Skills

Reliable

Flexible

Dedicated

Job description

Nursery Practitioner

BCoT Nursery

Salary: £21,682.16 to £22,114.59 per annum. Pro rata from £25,070.00 to £25,570.00 per annum. (Salary depends on qualifications and experience)

FTE: 32 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Closing date: 14/12/2025

Interview dates: 16th, 17th and 18th December

We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join our Nursery rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted.

The nursery requires reliable, flexible, dedicated staff to support our permanent team across the age range of 3 months to school age as and when required.

This role plays a vital part in giving our children the best possible start in life. You will work in close partnership with children and parents to enable you to provide a stimulating play environment which encourages children to learn and develop through play.

Please note:

• Applicants that have applied within the past 3 months need not apply.
• Applicants must have current authorisation to work in the UK as we do not offer sponsorship for this role.
• This role is employed by Basingstoke College of Technology Professional Services Limited - BPS is a subsidiary of BCoT.

Benefits:

• Member of the Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) (subject to eligibility).
• Excellent annual leave entitlements, including bank holidays and Christmas closure.
• Discounts on major retailers via the BCoT app.
• Free onsite parking.
• Free onsite gym.
• Discounts on nursery, restaurants, barbering & hair & beauty.
• Season ticket loans (restrictions apply).
• Cycle to work scheme (restrictions apply).
• Opportunity to complete professional qualifications relevant to your position at no additional cost (restrictions apply).

Wellbeing:

• Wellbeing day.
• Summer staff barbecue.
• Christmas staff luncheon.
• 24‑hour access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Free annual flu jab.

About Us!

Basingstoke College of Technology is a leading and well‑respected further education college situated in North Hampshire, easily accessible and with excellent transport links to surrounding areas. We provide a wide range of technical training courses, have an extensive apprenticeship programme, and an increasing portfolio of higher education courses.

BCoT is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

The college is rated Good by Ofsted, with outstanding features, has continued to improve since its last inspection and has maintained outstanding financial health for many years.