Nursery Practitioner

Willingcare; Wellesbourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Christmas closure

Your birthday off

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Long service awards

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Willingcare is seeking a Nursery Practitioner – Level 3+ in the UK. You will provide high-quality Early Years care and education, supporting children's development and leading outdoor learning activities in a Forest School setting.

The role requires a Level 3 EY qualification, experience in a nursery, and a passion for outdoor learning. Own transport is required due to the village location; salary is £27,900 per year with benefits including discounted childcare, pension, and training

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• Experience in a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and child development.
• Enthusiasm for outdoor learning and Forest School experiences.
• Confidence supporting children across development stages.
• Ability to foster independence and school readiness.
• Warm, nurturing, child-centred approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
• Own transport due to village location.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and Early Years education throughout the nursery day.
• Create experiences around children's interests and developmental needs.
• Use age-appropriate resources to encourage exploration, creativity and independence.
• Support children as they develop new skills and become increasingly confident.
• Make outdoor learning a meaningful part of daily experiences.
• Make full use of the nursery's outdoor spaces and Forest School opportunities.
• Support pre-school children to transition to school with confidence.
• Observe progress and plan meaningful next steps.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers.
• Maintain safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Outdoor learning

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Job Description

Nursery Practitioner – Level 3+

£27,900 per year | 40 Hours per Week

When outdoor learning is part of everyday nursery life, children have even more opportunities to test their abilities, follow their curiosity and discover the world around them.

This thoughtfully planned nursery provides children with environments that evolve with them as they grow. Each age group has access to carefully selected, developmentally appropriate resources, creating experiences that support children's individual needs from their earliest years through to pre-school.

Outdoor learning plays a particularly important role within the setting. Each age group benefits from its own dedicated outdoor space, alongside access to Forest School experiences that encourage children to explore nature, take appropriate risks, problem-solve and build confidence. For pre-school children, the focus gradually develops towards building the independence, communication and practical skills that help them feel ready for school.

Please note: due to the nursery's village location, your own transport is required to reliably travel to and from the setting.

What We’re Looking For

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
• Previous experience within a nursery or Early Years setting
• Strong understanding of the EYFS and child development
• Enthusiasm for outdoor learning and Forest School experiences
• Confidence supporting children across different stages of development
• An understanding of how to encourage independence and school readiness
• A warm, nurturing and child-centred approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
• Own transport due to the nursery's village location

What You’ll Receive

• £27,900 per year
• Discounted childcare
• Christmas closure
• Your birthday off
• Pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Long service awards
• Wellbeing programme

Learning at Every Stage

• Provide high-quality care and Early Years education throughout the nursery day
• Create experiences around children's individual interests and developmental needs
• Use age-appropriate resources to encourage exploration, creativity and independence
• Support children as they develop new skills and become increasingly confident
• Make outdoor learning a meaningful part of children's everyday experiences
• Make full use of the nursery's dedicated gardens and Forest School opportunities
• Support pre-school children to develop the confidence and skills they need for their transition to school
• Observe children's progress and plan meaningful next steps
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing

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: WILL261545/DB