Nursery Practitioner

Flourish Education; Halesowen; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £18,049–£19,500 p.a

Pension contributions

Holiday pay 12.07% (PAYE)

Safeguarding & Prevent training incl.

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Flourish Education is seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner for a full-time role in the Stourbridge area. You will support children aged 2–3 with play-based activities, promote developmental milestones, and work within a caring, inclusive team.

You will assist with personal care, monitor progress, and adapt activities for low-level SEN needs. A Level 2+ Early Years qualification and prior nursery experience are essential, with a commitment through the academic year.

Qualifications

• A relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or above).
• Experience in an early years or nursery setting.
• Experience providing personal care.
• Availability for full-time work from after the Easter break through to the end of the academic year.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 2–3 years with learning through structured and play-based activities.
• Supervise and engage children during outdoor play, promoting exploration and physical development.
• Provide personal care in a respectful and supportive manner.
• Support children with low-level SEN needs, adapting activities as necessary.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and social interaction.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a safe, stimulating environment.
• Observe, monitor, and contribute to children’s developmental progress.

Skills

Early Years experience

Personal care

Patient and nurturing

Education

Level 2+ Early Years qualification

Job description

Are you a passionate and qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for a full-time role??

A warm and welcoming nursery in Stourbridge is seeking a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join their team from after the October half-term through to the end of the academic year. This rewarding position is based within the nursery’s 2–3 year old room, supporting young children at a crucial stage of their early development.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting children’s learning through play-based activities, helping to nurture their communication, social, and physical development. You will also supervise and engage children during outdoor play, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment. There are some low-level SEN needs within the group, so a caring, attentive, and adaptable approach is essential. You will work closely with the nursery team to ensure each child’s individual needs are met and supported effectively.

This nursery is looking for a patient, enthusiastic, and nurturing Nursery Practitioner who is committed to providing high-quality early years education and care.

As a Nursery Practitioner, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children aged 2–3 years with their learning and development through structured and play-based activities.
• Supervising and engaging children during outdoor play, promoting exploration and physical development.
• Providing personal care in a respectful and supportive manner.
• Supporting children with low-level SEN needs, adapting activities where necessary.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, independence, and social interaction.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Observing, monitoring, and contributing to children’s developmental progress.

To be successful in this Nursery Practitioner role, you will need:

• A relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or above).
• Previous experience working within an early years or nursery setting.
• Experience providing personal care.
• An understanding of supporting children with additional needs.
• A caring, patient, and proactive approach.
• Availability to work full-time from after the Easter break until the end of the academic year, with potential to continue in September.

Working for Flourish Education as a Nursery Practitioner, you will receive:

• Competitive Salary –£18,049 - £19,500 per annum based on previous experience
• Pension Contributions
• Holiday Pay - for PAYE candidates 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
• KCSIE-compliant safeguarding and prevent duty training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work from your own dedicated consultant

This Nursery Practitioner role is located in the Halesowen area, which is easily accessible via Stourbridge, Quinton, Cradley Heath and Oldbury.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.