Nursery Worker

The Methodist Church in Britain; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Long Sutton Primary School is hiring a Nursery Worker on a fixed-term basis until 31 August 2026. The role involves delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, planning play-based learning and assessing progress using Tapestry.

You will work 5 hours per week in term time, support children with SEND, build strong partnerships with families and contribute to a welcoming, safe nursery environment. Attendance at staff events is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Early Years or childcare qualification.
• Enhanced DBS disclosure required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver EYFS framework and provide high-quality care.
• Plan play-based learning and assess progress.
• Build relationships with parents and carers; develop partnerships.
• Use Tapestry to communicate with families and record progress.
• Provide a safe, stimulating environment; support SEND and interventions.
• Work with nursery team; attend staff meetings and events.
• Promote the nursery to families and the wider community.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Verbal & written communication

SEND support

Education

Level 2 Early Years/Childcare qualification

NVQ Level 2 in childcare

Cache Level 2 Diploma in Childcare

Job description

Nursery Worker post at the nursery of Long Sutton Primary School, offered on a fixed-term basis until 31 August 2026. The work centres on delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, building partnerships with families, planning play-based learning and assessing progress through Tapestry. The nursery has its own building beside the school with access to its hall and grounds, on 5 hours a week in term time. A full, relevant Level 2 childcare qualification is required, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage framework with confidence, contributing to high quality care and education
• Meet individual needs of children through child-centred learning and play, ensuring their health, safety and wellbeing
• Contribute to planning learning opportunities that support progress across all areas of development
• Build relationships with parents and carers and develop partnerships with families
• Use Tapestry to communicate with families and contribute to assessments across the 7 areas of learning
• Provide a safe, happy and stimulating environment that lets children's voices be expressed and heard
• Support children with SEND and deliver specific interventions and strategies
• Work as part of the wider nursery team, communicating effectively with colleagues
• Attend staff meetings, parents' evenings, open days and wider school community events
• Promote the nursery to new families and the community, acting as its champion

What’s required

Qualifications

• Minimum full and relevant Level 2 Early Years or childcare qualification
• Alternatively a vocational qualification at Level 2 or above, NVQ Level 2 in childcare or equivalent, or Cache Level 2 Diploma in Childcare

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent knowledge of the statutory Early Years Foundation Stage framework
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Checks & eligibility

• Relevant safeguarding training, updated yearly
• Enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children's Barred List check where the role is regulated activity

Other

• Passion for childcare and education
• Commitment and vision to provide high quality learning opportunities for all children
• Desire to nurture every child and support the local and school community

What’s offered

• Support with SEND from the school SENCO
• Safeguarding support from the school DSL
• EYFS pedagogical development support from the EYFS lead
• Access to the school hall, growing area and wooded grounds
• Being part of the wider school community