Outdoor Early Years Practitioner

Riverside Cottage Nursery; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and nurturing outdoor nursery where children thrive in natural surroundings! This role offers the chance to inspire young minds through engaging outdoor activities, fostering curiosity and creativity. As part of a close-knit team, you'll enjoy a supportive environment that values respect and gentle relationships. If you are passionate about child-led learning and enjoy being outdoors in all seasons, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while growing professionally in a unique setting.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Qualified practitioner in early childhood education.
• Experience in outdoor learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate outdoor play and learning experiences.
• Support children's development in a nurturing environment.

Skills

Outdoor Education

Child Development

Teamwork

Communication

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Childhood Practice

HNC in Childhood Practice

Job description

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We’re on the lookout for someone special to join our Riverside family... Could it be you?


Riverside Cottage Nursery in Blackburn, West Lothian is looking for a warm, reflective and
enthusiastic Outdoor Nursery Practitioner to join our small friendly team.

We’re an outdoor-based, child-led nursery where children are encouraged to be curious,
capable and connected—to each other, to the land, and to their own rhythms of learning.

Whether it’s climbing logs, building dens, or sitting quietly watching the birds, we believe every
moment outdoors is full of possibility.

We’re a bit different to your average setting as we are very lucky to have so much outdoor space
to explore—we value respect, creativity and gentle relationships.

And we’re looking for
someone who shares those values and wants to grow with us.

What we’re looking for:

A qualified practitioner (SVQ Level 3 or HNC in Childhood Practice)
Someone who truly enjoys being outdoors in all weathers and seasons
A calm, open-minded and nurturing presence
A team player who believes in slowing down and following the child’s lead

What we offer:

A family-feel nursery with low staff turnover
A strong, reflective team and supportive environment
Time and space for meaningful connections
A setting that protects the rhythm of childhood
30 hours per week (flexible across Monday to Friday)

Based in beautiful, natural surroundings in Blackburn, West Lothian

Sound like your kind of place?
Email your CV and a short cover letter to [e-mail]


Learn more about who we are: www.riversidecottagenursery.co.uk


Come and make muddy memories, build fires, tell stories, and make a difference—the
Riverside way

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

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