Nursery Practitioner

Willingcare; Lightwater; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service rewards

Benefits and rewards portal

Pension scheme

Discounted childcare

Team events and celebrations

Training and development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Willingcare in the United Kingdom is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to provide high-quality care and education, aligned with the EYFS framework. The role emphasizes nurturing interaction, observation, and development across indoor and outdoor environments.

The position requires safeguarding knowledge, excellent communication, and teamwork skills, with a 40-hour week and a salary up to £29,000. The successful applicant will contribute to a warm, supportive learning atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification required.
• Experience in a nursery or early years setting preferred.
• Solid understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework.
• Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing.
• Plan and participate in engaging activities reflecting children's interests and needs.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Observe, assess, and monitor children's progress.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Support children's emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development.
• Make full use of indoor and outdoor learning spaces to enrich experiences.
• Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery standards at all times.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Nurturing approach

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Job Description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Up to £29,000

Full-Time | 40 Hours Per Week

Designed to feel warm, nurturing, and homely, the nursery offers carefully planned learning environments tailored to each stage of a child's development. Age-specific rooms provide children with engaging opportunities to learn through play, while inviting outdoor spaces encourage exploration, physical development, creativity, and imaginative play.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early years professional who enjoys creating meaningful learning experiences and helping children develop the confidence and skills they need to thrive.

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A nurturing and child-centred approach to childcare

What's On Offer

• Long service rewards
• Benefits and rewards portal
• Pension scheme
• Discounted childcare
• Team events and celebrations
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive leadership team
• Career progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework
• Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing
• Plan and participate in engaging activities that reflect children's interests and developmental needs
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
• Observe, assess, and monitor children's progress
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Support children's emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development
• Make full use of the indoor and outdoor learning environments to enrich children's experiences
• Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery standards at all times

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL240512/JJ-RM

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