Nursery Practitioner

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Parental leave

Sick pay

Team events

Wellbeing programme

Annual leave increase

Childcare discount

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking a Nursery Practitioner at Level 2 or Level 3 for a cosy nursery in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on creating a warm, safe environment where children explore, learn and grow through play.

You will plan engaging activities, support individual interests and work as part of a supportive early years team to deliver high-quality childcare.

Qualifications

• Essential Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Experience in a nursery or Early Years setting
• Passion for play-based learning and supporting children's interests
• Confident planning and delivering age-appropriate activities

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Child development

Play-based learning

Teamwork

Communication

Creativity

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner – Level 2 or Level 3

Up to £29,900 per Annum | 40 Hours per Week

Beautiful Green Surroundings | Cosy Nursery Environment | Excellent Benefits

Surrounded by beautiful green spaces, this lovely nursery offers a peaceful, welcoming environment where children are encouraged to explore, build confidence and develop a love of learning.

The nursery itself has a cosy, homely feel, with natural materials and thoughtfully designed learning spaces that encourage curiosity, creativity and independence. Every area has been created with children's development in mind, giving them opportunities to discover new interests, develop skills and learn through play.

We're looking for a caring and enthusiastic Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a supportive Early Years team that values meaningful interactions, child-led learning and high-quality childcare.

What We're Looking For

• A full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification – essential
• Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development
• A passion for play-based learning and supporting children's individual interests
• Confidence planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities
• A creative approach to using natural materials and learning resources
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach

What's On Offer

• Training and development opportunities
• Enhanced parental leave
• Sick pay
• Team events
• Wellbeing programme
• Annual leave increasing with length of service
• Discounted childcare

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences