Nursery Practitioner - Part Time

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; Street; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive nursery in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join their team part-time (18.5 hours per week). The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering age-appropriate activities and fostering children's emotional and cognitive development. Ideal applicants will possess a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and relevant experience in early years settings. The nursery offers ongoing training, staff rewards, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Friendly, supportive working environment

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Staff Rewards Scheme with discounts

Wellbeing hub with fitness sessions and counselling

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Must possess a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare and Education.
• Should have previous experience working in an early years setting.
• Must demonstrate good literacy, numeracy, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework.
• Support children’s emotional, social, and cognitive development through play.
• Keep clear records of children’s progress and learning journeys.
• Promote positive behaviour and self-esteem.
• Work closely with parents/carers to build strong relationships.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards at all times.

Skills

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare and Education

Previous experience in an early years setting

Good standard of literacy, numeracy, and written communication

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare and Education or equivalent

Job description

Brookside Academy Nursery are currently recruiting a Nursery Practitioner, who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of our children.

Part Time - 18.5 hours per week (Thurs/Fri), All Year Round

Permanent

The Role

As part of our team, you’ll be responsible for a small group of key children who you will observe, assess and plan for. You’ll provide high-quality care, learning experiences and support our child-centred approach, working closely with families, and ensuring that our setting remains a safe, fun and enriching. Key responsibilities include:

• To plan and deliver age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework
• Supporting children’s emotional, social, and cognitive development through play
• Keeping clear records of children’s progress and learning journeys
• Promoting positive behaviour and self-esteem
• Working closely with parents/carers to build strong home-nursery relationships
• Maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards at all times

What we’re looking for

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare and Education (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working in an early years setting
• A good standard of literacy, numeracy, and written communication

What we offer you:

• A friendly, supportive working environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Staff Rewards Scheme including high street, online and supermarkets discounts.
• Staff wellbeing hub including online fitness sessions and 24/7 counselling
• Free car parking

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Sunday 4th January 2026

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.