Nursery Practitioner - Level 2 or 3

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; South Somerset; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming environment

Professional development opportunities

Positive impact on children's learning

Enthusiastic team

Generous employer pension

Job summary

Little Beeches Nursery in Crewkerne is seeking a caring Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or Level 3) to join a friendly, supportive team. This permanent, full-time role offers 40 hours per week, all year round, with a focus on delivering high-quality early years provision.

You will work with Level 2/3 qualifications, demonstrate teamwork, excellent communication, safeguarding best practices and contribute to planning, child development records and creating a safe, stimulating environment for

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (EYFS).
• Demonstrates teamwork and effective communication.
• Shows commitment to safeguarding and children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support learning, development and wellbeing of children in EYFS.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Contribute to planning and delivering engaging activities.
• Monitor and record children's progress and achievements.
• Promote safeguarding and welfare at all times.

Skills

Early Years qualification

Teamwork

Communication

Safeguarding

Education

Level 2/3 EY qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or Level 3) at Little Beeches Nursery, Crewkerne.

Hours: 40 hours per week, All Year Round
Contract: Permanent

Salary: £27,656.32 (L2) - £28,740.89 (L3) per annum
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 13 September 2026

Little Beeches Nursery is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team. We welcome applications from candidates holding either a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, although a Level 3 qualification is preferred.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn, develop and thrive through high-quality early years provision.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Support the learning, development and wellbeing of children in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Contribute to planning and delivering engaging activities that support children's development.
• Monitor and record children's progress and achievements.
• Promote safeguarding and the welfare of all children at all times.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare.
• Has a genuine passion for working with young children.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is committed to providing outstanding care and learning experiences.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a positive difference in children's early learning experiences.
• Membership of a dedicated and enthusiastic team.
• A generous employers pension contribution rate.

Applications must be submitted by 13 September 2026.

Safeguarding

Little Beeches Nursery, part of The BTC Trust, are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.