Nursery Practitioner

Revive Education; Tonbridge and Malling; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A small nursery in Tonbridge seeks a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to provide quality care for children aged 0-5 years. The role involves delivering engaging learning activities, supporting children with additional needs, and working collaboratively with a friendly team. Flexibility for shifts is essential, and opportunities for professional development and training are available. Salary starts at £13.75 per hour, with benefits including holidays and pension scheme.

Benefits

5.6 weeks holiday

Cooked lunch available

Pension scheme

CPD opportunities through training

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification.
• Experience with children with additional needs or willingness to train.
• Interest in professional development and progression.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care in line with EYFS.
• Support children with additional needs.
• Open and close the nursery as needed.
• Collaborate with team for a positive environment.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Flexible approach

Hardworking attitude

Education

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
Location: Tonbridge
Salary: Starting £13.75 per hour

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Small Nursery Setting

Revive Education is recruiting on behalf of a small, friendly nursery for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner. The nursery is looking for someone fun, hardworking, and flexible to join their “work hard, play hard” environment. This role is ideally suited for someone with SEND experience or an interest in working towards SENCO responsibilities.

The Role

You will be working in a small, home-from-home setting caring for children aged 0-5 years, with occasional integration into the holiday club that covers children up to 11 years. The nursery operates one main room split into under 2s and over 2s, with a total of 24 children on roll (up to 15 children present daily) and 5 staff members.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and learning activities in line with EYFS
• Support children with additional needs, if applicable
• Open and close the nursery where required
• Be flexible to cover shifts, illness, holidays, and the holiday club
• Work collaboratively with the team to create a positive and fun environment

Hours & Shifts

• Currently: Tuesday 8:45 - 15:15, Thursday 11:45 - 18:15 (50 weeks per year)
• Holiday club: Monday, Wednesday, and/or Friday 8:00 - 18:00
• Flexibility required for additional shifts, cover, bank, and sickness
• Start and finish times can range from 7:45am - 6:00pm

Requirements

• Level 3 Early Years Practitioner (EYP) qualification
• Experience with SEND or willingness to train
• Flexible, fun, and hardworking approach
• Interest in professional development and progression (Level 5 or EYTS support available)

Salary & Benefits

• £13.75 per hour
• 5.6 weeks holiday (includes closure for Bank Holidays, Christmas week, and a week in August)
• Cooked lunch available
• Pension scheme
• Opportunities for CPD via Noodle Now and SENCO training support

Setting Specifics

• Number of children on roll: 24 (up to 15 per day)
• Number of rooms: 1 split into 2 sides (under 2s / over 2s)
• Number of staff: 5
• Team culture: Friendly, supportive, and collaborative
• CPD & Progression: Training and progression opportunities, including Level 5, EYTS, or SENCO support

About Us

Revive Education is a specialist early years recruitment agency, recruiting on behalf of nurseries across the UK. We support candidates throughout the full recruitment process and beyond.

If you\'re a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for a flexible and engaging role in a small, supportive setting, we\'d love to hear from you.