Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Childbase Partnership Limited; Redbourn; On-site; GBP 27,040 - 32,427; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days paid annual leave

Childcare discount: 75% at Childbase nurseries

Career development training

Free meals and health support

Long-service rewards

Job summary

Childbase Partnership Limited is seeking a Qualified Nursery Practitioner at Green Day Nursery in Redbourn. You will create learning opportunities, observe children's progress, and ensure a safe environment while working Monday to Friday.

The role demands a Level 2 or above early years qualification and offers generous benefits such as 23 days paid leave, childcare discounts, and career development opportunities. Apply now if you are passionate about children's well-being!

Qualifications

• DfE approved early years qualification at Level 2 or above.
• Experience working with the EYFS framework with responsibilities for planning and assessment.
• Current DBS check and commitment to safeguarding.
• Right to work in the UK; must live within commutable distance.

Responsibilities

• Create learning opportunities; plan and implement engaging activities.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress as Key Person.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive environment promoting safeguarding.
• Collaborate with parents, children, and colleagues.

Skills

Early years qualification at Level 2 or above

Experience with EYFS framework

Effective communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

DfE approved early years qualification

Job description

Job Overview

Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above)

Location: Green Day Nursery, Redbourn, AL3 7NB

Contract: Permanent – 20‑40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Key working pattern: Monday‑Friday, 07:30‑18:30; choose 4 or 5‑day week.

Salary: £27,040‑£32,427.20 per annum (pro‑rated) – £13.00‑£15.59 per hour.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Create learning opportunities; plan and implement high‑quality, engaging activities that promote learning through play.
• Observe, assess and record children’s progress, operating as a Key Person.
• Ensure a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment; promote safeguarding and children’s well‑being.
• Collaborate with parents, children and colleagues; communicate effectively and build positive relationships.

Qualifications & Experience

• DfE approved early years qualification at Level 2 or above.
• Experience working with the EYFS framework, with responsibilities for planning, assessment and record‑keeping.
• Current DBS check and commitment to participant safeguarding.
• Right to work in the UK; residency within commutable distance of the nursery.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave: 23 days paid, increasing to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.
• Up to 20 additional paid days off each year through the Partnership Reward Days incentive.
• Childcare discount: 75% off fees at Childbase nurseries (or 40% grandparent discount).
• Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will‑writing service.
• Career development: training days, online training, apprenticeships and qualification bonuses.
• Long‑service rewards and retail discounts.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds. We are committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required.

Applications are automatically shortlisted if you meet the essential criteria. Private recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS, apply.