Nursery Practitioner

Eteach International; Taunton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

North Curry Primary School's Huish Nurseries at North Curry Primary School is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to provide warm, inclusive care for children aged 6 months to 4 years. The role is 20 hours per week, permanent, with hours 8:00am–6:00pm Monday and 1:00pm–6:00pm Wednesday/Thursday.

Join a friendly, safeguarding‑driven team in a stimulating setting. Requirements include Level 2/3 Early Years Education or Childcare, GCSEs in Maths and English, EYFS knowledge, and strong communication

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (or equivalent).
• GCSEs in Maths and English required.
• Experience in nursery/early years setting preferred.
• Sound understanding of EYFS framework.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities supporting developmental milestones.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress.
• Promote positive behaviour and a supportive learning environment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, stimulating setting; follow safeguarding policies.
• Communicate with parents/carers about progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Caring nature

Patience

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (or equivalent)

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

* Nursery PractitionerNEWFast Apply# Nursery PractitionerEmployerLocation: Taunton, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: Grade 13 point 7 - Grade 13 point 11Posted: 1st October 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 23rd October 2026 10:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1577221Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Permanent* Job ID: 1577221* Share :**Nursery Practitioner at North Curry Primary School.**Huish Nurseries @ North Curry Primary School is a well-established, friendly nursery dedicated to providing high-quality care and education for children aged 6 months - 4 years old, open 50 weeks of the year from 8:00am- 6:00pm Monday to Friday.We believe in creating a safe, stimulating, and fun environment where children can explore, learn, and develop at their own pace.We are looking for candidates who are able to:* Provide a warm, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere for children and families.* Plan and deliver engaging activities that support children's developmental milestones.* Observe, assess, and record children's progress to ensure they are reaching their full potential.* Promote positive behaviour and a supportive learning environment.* Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating setting, adhering to health and safety policies.* Follow all safeguarding policies and procedures of the nursery* Work collaboratively and enthusiastically with a team to ensure high standards of care and education.* Communicate effectively with parents/carers, keeping them informed about their child's progress.**Requirements:*** Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (or equivalent).* GCSEs in Maths and English are essential.* Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting is desirable.* Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.* Strong communication skills and a caring, patient approach.* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.* Paediatric first aid, a current safeguarding certificate and a food hygiene certificate are desirable.**Hours:** 20 hours per week, all year-round. Hours - Monday 8am until 6pm and Wednesday/Thursday 1pm until 6pm**Salary:****For Level 2 qualified:** start at £26,403 FTE, moving to £26,824 FTE ( £13.47 per hour SCP 8) following a successful probation.**For Level 3 qualified:** start at £27,254 FTE, moving to £27,694 FTE (£13.91 per hour SCP10) following successful probation.**For Level 6 qualified:** start at £27,694 FTE, moving to £28,142 (£14.13 SCP 11) following successful probation.**Contract term**: Permanent/Part-time**Start date:** ASAP*The Trust reserves the right to appoint or withdraw this advert before the deadline, if necessary.**The Richard Huish Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.**We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.*### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:24268 is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### North Curry CofE Primary School