Nursery Practitioner Level 2 - Harrogate

Partou Childcare; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£1,000 Welcome Bonus

60% childcare discount

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Health & wellbeing support

Shopping discounts

Buddy Bonus

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

Partou Childcare in Harrogate is seeking a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner for a full-time position at their Safehands Day Nursery & Pre-school. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early years education and be able to create engaging activities following the EYFS framework.

This role offers a competitive salary of £13.90 per hour along with a £1,000 Welcome Bonus, enhanced annual leave, and comprehensive health and wellbeing support. Join us to make a meaningful impact on children's lives!

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Early Years qualification required.
• Strong understanding of EYFS is essential.
• Ability to foster children's learning with enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Engage children in stimulating learning activities.
• Provide emotional and practical support to children.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families for better care.

Skills

Strong EYFS knowledge

Passion for early years education

Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Minimum Level 2 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery Early Years Practitioner L2 – Partou Safehands Day Nursery & Pre‑school

Harrogate, North Yorkshire | Full‑time | Permanent

Salary £13.90 + £1,000 Welcome Bonus

About The Role

Partou Safehands Day Nursery & Pre‑school is seeking a Level 2 Early Years qualified nursery practitioner to take on the full‑time 40 hours per week role of Early Years Practitioner L2. You will work towards ensuring children engage in stimulating activities that support their learning and development in line with the EYFS. You will provide exceptional care and compassion towards the children, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, and build strong partnerships with childcare colleagues and families.

What We Offer

• £1,000 Welcome Bonus (paid across your first year, T&Cs apply)
• Partou Academy – access to high‑quality professional training and development
• 60% childcare discount for you & immediate family members
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced Annual Leave – we offer 23 days of annual leave each year, plus bank holidays!
• Your birthday off – to enjoy your special day how you would like to
• Health & wellbeing support – access to a free health plan and 24hr helpline
• Shopping discounts – exclusive discounts across retail, dining, travel and more!
• Buddy Bonus – cash bonus for you and a friend when referring them for a job

About You

• Minimum Level 2 Early Years qualification
• Strong EYFS knowledge
• Passion for early years education
• Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development
• Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development

Why Partou?

Become a Partou team member and join a supportive, caring community where you can enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career. With access to world‑class childcare research, resources, and expertise, we help you develop skills, and empower you to create a positive impact on the development of the next generation, as they lead us into a better future.

Learn more about working at Partou: www.partou.co.uk/careers

Safer Recruitment: All applicants will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Partou is proud be a part of the National Partnership in Early Learning and Childcare (NPELC) - a group of 10 of the largest childcare providers across England. Together, we operate over 1,300 childcare settings, employ more than 38,000 people, and take care of over 160,000 children.