Nursery Practitioner

Simply Education Ltd; Sandbach; On-site; GBP 26,442 - 29,640; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff childcare discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Increased holiday entitlement

Job summary

Simply Education is recruiting a caring Nursery Practitioner for a private day nursery in Sandbach. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with 40 hours per week and a pay range of £12.71–£14.25 per hour.

Starting as soon as possible, you will support to complete Level 2 and Level 3 childcare qualifications and enjoy additional benefits in a rural setting with outdoor space and a staff discount scheme.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and reliable.
• Willing to complete Level 2 and Level 3 childcare qualifications.
• Able to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, nurturing and attentive care.
• Support children's learning through play, stories, creativity and outdoor activities.
• Help plan engaging activities in line with the EYFS.
• Complete observations and developmental records where appropriate.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery procedures.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Reliable

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 childcare qualification

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner

Permanent Role | Smallwood, near Sandbach

£12.71 to £14.25 per hour | 40 hours per week | Permanent

Start date: As soon as possible!

Would you like to build a rewarding career in childcare while working in a unique rural nursery environment?

Simply Education is recruiting a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join a well-established private day nursery located in Sandbach.

With extensive outdoor space, a sensory garden and opportunities for children to visit and care for nursery animals, this setting offers a genuinely different early-years experience.

The Opportunity

• Permanent, full-time position
• £12.71 to £14.25 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday between 7:30am and 6:30pm
• Unqualified, Level 2 and Level 3 applicants welcomed
• Support to complete recognised Level 2 and Level 3 childcare qualifications
• Unique countryside nursery setting
• Staff childcare discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Increased holiday entitlement with length of service

Who Can Apply?

• Unqualified applicants who are passionate about working with children and willing to complete Level 2 and Level 3 childcare qualifications
• Level 2 qualified applicants who are willing to work towards Level 3
• Level 3 qualified practitioners looking for a permanent position within a supportive nursery. Previous nursery or early-years experience would be beneficial, but applicants with the right attitude, enthusiasm and willingness to learn will also be considered.

Your Role

• Provide safe, nurturing and attentive care
• Support children's learning through play, stories, creativity and outdoor activities
• Help plan engaging activities in line with the EYFS
• Complete observations and developmental records where appropriate
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery procedures

Your responsibilities will reflect your experience and qualification level, with support available as you develop.

What We're Looking For

• Caring, patient and reliable
• Passionate about helping young children learn and develop
• Willing to complete relevant training and qualifications
• Able to communicate effectively and work as part of a team
• Confident building positive relationships with children and families
• Committed to safeguarding and child welfare

Support From Simply Education

Kevin Gleave and Nikki Wessels at Simply Education will support you throughout the application, compliance and onboarding process.

You will also have access to free CPD courses, ongoing career support and Simply Education's £100/£75 Amazon voucher referral scheme.

Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, Right to Work checks and an Enhanced DBS check.