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Nursery Practitioner - Level 2

Family First Nursery Group

Eling

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GBP 60,000 - 80,000

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Job summary

A leading nursery group in Eling is seeking a Level 2 Nursery Practitioner to join their vibrant team. This role involves creating engaging activities, ensuring children's safety, and building secure relationships. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification, experience with under 2s, and be fluent in English. The nursery offers a £1000 welcome bonus, generous leave, and many other benefits to support staff wellbeing and development.

Benefits

£1000 Welcome Bonus
£400 Qualification Recognition Bonus
Generous Annual Leave
Childcare Discount
Health & Wellbeing Support
Career Development
Pension Scheme
Referral Bonuses
Free Onsite Parking
Team Events
Staff Treats & Relaxation

Qualifications

  • Essential qualifications and experience in early years education.
  • Must be nurturing and enthusiastic towards children.

Responsibilities

  • Create engaging, age-appropriate activities and learning environments.
  • Promote cleanliness, hygiene, and safety throughout the nursery.
  • Support the key person approach, building secure relationships with children.

Skills

Experience with under 2s
Fluent English (written and spoken)

Education

Level 2 or 3 Childcare Qualification
Job description
Job Description
Level 2 Nursery Practitioner – Totton Day Nursery

Location: High Street, Totton (3-minute walk from the train station)
Contract: 4 days week, up to 32 hours per week
Salary: £12.63 per hour

Are you a nurturing, enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner looking to grow your career in a supportive and inspiring environment? Join our vibrant team at Totton Day Nursery, where every day is filled with discovery, development, and outdoor adventures!

About Us

Totton Day Nursery is a purpose-built setting designed to spark imagination and curiosity. Our spacious rooms are flooded with natural light, and each playroom opens directly onto our beautiful gardens—perfect for free-flow play and exploration. With all-weather protection, outdoor learning happens rain or shine!

We’re proud of our exceptional apprentice programme, offering high-quality training and clear progression pathways across our Southampton nurseries. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we’re here to support your journey.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We believe happy staff make happy children. That’s why we offer:

  • £1000Welcome Bonusto kickstart your journey with us
  • £400 Qualification Recognition Bonusafter 6 months for Level 3 Practitioners
  • Generous Annual Leave: 24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays
  • Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members
  • Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential helpline access
  • Career Development: Tailored training and progression opportunities
  • Pension Scheme: Competitive contributions for your future
  • Referral Bonuses: Help us grow and earn rewards
  • Free Onsite Parking
  • Team Events: Socials, celebrations, and team-building fun
  • Staff Treats & Relaxation: Enjoy a fully equipped staff room and regular appreciation surprises
What You’ll Be Doing

As a Level 2 Nursery Practitioner, you will:

  • Create engaging, age-appropriate activities and learning environments
  • Promote cleanliness, hygiene, and safety throughout the nursery
  • Support the key person approach, building secure relationships with children
  • Collaborate with your team to ensure smooth daily operations
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement
  • Uphold the EYFS framework and nursery policies
What You’ll Need
  • Level 2 or 3 Childcare Qualification – Essential
  • Experience with under 2s – Essential
  • Fluent English (written and spoken) – Essential
  • 1+ Year in Early Years – Desirable
  • Knowledge of EYFS & Safeguarding – Desirable
Our Commitment to Safeguarding

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting procedures.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a warm, welcoming nursery where your growth is supported and celebrated, apply today and become part of the Totton Day Nursery family!

Level 2 Nursery Practitioner – Totton Day Nursery

Location: High Street, Totton (3-minute walk from the train station)
Contract: Full-Time, 38 hours per week
Salary: £12.63 per hour

Are you a nurturing, enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner looking to grow your career in a supportive and inspiring environment? Join our vibrant team at Totton Day Nursery, where every day is filled with discovery, development, and outdoor adventures!

About Us

Totton Day Nursery is a purpose-built setting designed to spark imagination and curiosity. Our spacious rooms are flooded with natural light, and each playroom opens directly onto our beautiful gardens—perfect for free-flow play and exploration. With all-weather protection, outdoor learning happens rain or shine!

We’re proud of our exceptional apprentice programme, offering high-quality training and clear progression pathways across our Southampton nurseries. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we’re here to support your journey.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We believe happy staff make happy children. That’s why we offer:

  • Generous Annual Leave: 24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays
  • Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members
  • Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential helpline access
  • Career Development: Tailored training and progression opportunities
  • Pension Scheme: Competitive contributions for your future
  • Referral Bonuses: Help us grow and earn rewards
  • Free Onsite Parking
  • Team Events: Socials, celebrations, and team-building fun
  • Staff Treats & Relaxation: Enjoy a fully equipped staff room and regular appreciation surprises
What You’ll Be Doing

As a Level 2 Nursery Practitioner, you will:

  • Create engaging, age-appropriate activities and learning environments
  • Promote cleanliness, hygiene, and safety throughout the nursery
  • Support the key person approach, building secure relationships with children
  • Collaborate with your team to ensure smooth daily operations
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement
  • Uphold the EYFS framework and nursery policies
What You’ll Need
  • Level 2 or 3 Childcare Qualification – Essential
  • Experience with under 2s – Essential
  • Fluent English (written and spoken) – Essential
  • 1+ Year in Early Years – Desirable
  • Knowledge of EYFS & Safeguarding – Desirable
Our Commitment to Safeguarding

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting procedures.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a warm, welcoming nursery where your growth is supported and celebrated, apply today and become part of the Totton Day Nursery family!

The Play Away DayNursery - Totton is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group

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