Nursery Practitioner

The Old Station Nursery Group; Rugby; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for first month

52% staff discount after month

31 days holiday including bank hols

National College training

Volunteer day

Perkbox discounts

Blue Light Card

Employee recognition

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Houlton in Rugby is seeking a Nursery Practitioner (Qualified or Unqualified) to join our friendly team. You’ll support children through play, care, and learning, following EYFS guidelines, while building strong relationships with families and colleagues.

We offer generous benefits including free childcare for a month, a 52% discount thereafter, 31 days holiday, access to The National College, a volunteer day, Perkbox discounts, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS.
• Understanding of the EYFS and how children learn through play.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with families and colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Creating a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe and valued.
• Planning and supporting engaging, play-based experiences aligned with EYFS.
• Observing development, recording progress, and supporting next steps.
• Building relationships with families and sharing updates.
• Supporting daily routines, meals, personal care, and rest with patience.
• Maintaining safeguarding, safety, hygiene, and wellbeing as a priority.
• Collaborating with colleagues, guiding apprentices and volunteers, and learning from others.

Skills

Play-based learning

EYFS knowledge

Communication with families

Safeguarding

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS

Job description

Join Our Team as a Nursery Practitioner! (Qualified or Unqualified!)

Help little humans discover their world -and keep growing in yours.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you’ll help create the everyday moments that build children’s confidence, curiosity, and sense of belonging.

At The Old Station Nursery, we believe everyone is still growing — little humans and big humans alike. As aNursery Practitioner at Houlton, you’ll bring your skills, ideas, and care to a community where every child is known and every colleague has something meaningful to contribute.

We’ll support you to develop your practice, share what you know, and feel proud of the difference you make.

Why Join Our Team?

We take care of the people who care for our children and families. Here’s what that means for you:

• Childcare support: Free childcare for your first month, followed by a 52% discount based on your working hours.

• Time to recharge: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus your birthday off and an extra day after 3 years of service.

• Space to grow: Access to The National College, with a library of courses and training to develop your practice and leadership.

• Connection to your community: One paid day each year to volunteer and support a cause that matters to you.

• Everyday support: With access to Perkbox, enjoy discounts on shopping, meals out, and everyday essentials, alongside wellbeing tools and online medical services. You’ll also be eligible for a Blue Light Card, helping your money go further with even more discounts.

• Recognition along the way: We celebrate the care and commitment you bring, with Employee of the Month recognition, long-service awards to mark your milestones, and referral bonuses for introducing friends or family to our team.

Pay: £26,436.80 - £28,704 per annumbased on experience. Based on 40 hours a week

Hours:We are looking for full and Part time roles - Full time 40 hours over 4 days / Part time working 1:00pm-6:00pm 5 days a week.

Location

The Old Station Nursery Houlton
Dollman Farm, Houlton
Rugby
Warwickshire
CV23 1AL

Where You'll Be Working

The nursery in Rugby is a carefully planned, purpose-built nursery which offers a stimulating and engaging learning environment for our community’s children. The nursery was opened at the end of 2021. The nursery is light and airy even on cloudy days and we are fortunate to have an allotment space for the children to develop a lifelong love and understanding of sustainable planting and growing. The Old Station Nursery Houlton is in close proximity to Houlton Play Park and the new Co-op, with easy access to the main Crick Road and a car park right next door.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll support children through play, care, and connection, getting to know their interests, noticing their progress, and helping them feel confident to try something new.

One moment you might be following a trail of curious questions in the garden. The next, you could be sharing a story, helping with lunchtime, or celebrating a child putting on their coat independently.

Your role will include:

• Creating a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued, and free to be themselves

• Planning and supporting engaging, play-based experiences aligned with the EYFS and shaped around children’s interests and needs

• Observing children’s development, recording meaningful progress, and using what you learn to support their next steps

• Building trusting relationships with families, sharing updates and listening to what matters to them

• Supporting everyday routines, including meals, personal care, and rest, with patience and attention to each child

• Keeping safeguarding, safety, hygiene, and children’s wellbeing at the heart of your work

• Working closely with colleagues, sharing ideas, and offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others

Our values are simple: Own it. Be human. Make it happen. As a practitioner, that means following through with care, listening to children and colleagues, and turning good ideas into experiences that help children grow.

What We’re Looking For

You must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to be considered for this role.

You’ll also bring:

• An understanding of the EYFS and how children learn through play and everyday experiences

• A caring, attentive approach that recognises each child’s individuality

• Creativity and curiosity, with a willingness to follow children’s interests

• Confidence building positive relationships with families and colleagues

• A commitment to safeguarding and maintaining high standards of care

• A collaborative approach, with openness to feedback and enthusiasm for your own learning

We’re looking for someone who notices the little things, celebrates progress, and understands how much a caring, consistent adult can mean to a child.

If you have any questions about the role, our Recruitment Team will be happy to help [e-mail].

Please note: we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, verification of your right to work in the UK, and any essential qualifications. If successful, our Onboarding Team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to support fairness and accessibility for all candidates. This role involves regulated activity with children.

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