Nursery Practitioner Qualified * £500 Welcome Bonus*

Storal Learning Ltd; Widnes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable nursery provider in Widnes is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to create a nurturing and inspiring environment for children. Responsibilities include applying the curriculum, creating learning opportunities, and fostering relationships with children and their families. Ideal candidates should have a passion for child development and hold relevant Early Years qualifications. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits including a £500 welcome bonus, and family-friendly perks.

Benefits

£500 Welcome Bonus

50% childcare discount

Wellbeing day

Access to mental health support

Financial coaching

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for child development and care.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework required.

Responsibilities

• Apply the Storal curriculum and pedagogy principles.
• Create learning opportunities in daily routines.
• Build relationships with children and families.

Skills

Child development and care

Team collaboration

Effective communication

High levels of care and empathy

Education

Early Years qualification at Level 2 or 3

Job description

Nursery: Wilmere Lane Nursery School, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 5UR

Hours: Full Time Monday to Friday

Salary: £12.40 - £13.05 an hour (dependent on experience and qualifications) plus a £500 Welcome Bonus

Benefits: Performance-related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day, and much more

Hi, I'm Kirsty, the Nursery Manager at Wilmere Lane.

Every day at Wilmere Lane, we inspire our children to be inquisitive, imaginative, and confident learners through our carefully designed learning environments. For over 20 years, we’ve welcomed and nurtured children who go on to spend many happy years imagining, discovering, and exploring with us.

Our cosy, home-from-home atmosphere creates a sense of comfort, togetherness, and well-being—helping children to feel secure, content, and ready to thrive.

Our passionate, experienced team brings a wealth of early years knowledge. We understand that every child is unique, with their own story to tell, so we tailor our approach to support each child in a way—and at a pace—that’s just right for them.

Our children enjoy dedicated time in our large garden, where a range of outdoor experiences help them connect with nature and grow in confidence. Indoors, our calming and nurturing spaces are designed to support babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers alike.

Mealtimes are a warm and social part of the day, with our children helping to serve healthy, home-cooked meals in a relaxed setting that encourages independence and community.

Who & What is Storal?

It’s our collective group of nurseries that we are happily a part of here at Wilmere Lane. Storal stands for high-quality outcomes for children and are passionate about early years. Bringing your whole self is a must—whether that’s pink hair, being neurodiverse, or having a unique pastime; we encourage it all. Your unique self is what makes our nursery even better. Check out our website to learn about our leaders and the expertise they bring to our Storal community.

About the role:

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will be a key part of keeping our children safe, loved, and inspired to learn. Key activities include:

• Applying the Storal curriculum and our pedagogy principles to our children daily
• Seeking out learning opportunities in routines such as mealtimes and transitions
• Bonding with children and their families through meaningful interactions

About you:

• A genuine passion for child development and care
• Ability and willingness to work in a team
• Effective communication with management, peers, and parents
• High levels of care and empathy, viewing every opportunity as a learning moment
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework

Must haves:

• Early Years qualification at Level 2 or 3
• Experience working with all age groups within Early Years

Why work for us:

• £500 Welcome Bonus
• Family-Friendly Benefits: Enhanced parental leave including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave, plus 50% childcare discount
• Wellbeing & Refuel Benefits: An extra day off per year for wellbeing, access to mental health support, and sick pay
• Financial Perks: Emergency cash access before pay date, free financial coaching
• Social Perks: Online community groups (book club, pets club, pinecones club), continuous professional development accessible anytime

Plus many more benefits.

We care about our people.

Curious to know more? We’d love to tell you what makes Wilmere Lane so special.

Storal maintains the highest standards in safeguarding, child welfare, and creating a supportive work environment. We take our role in ensuring the safety of children, families, and staff very seriously. All staff (and volunteers) undergo thorough compliance checks, including references and DBS checks, prior to employment.

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