Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2/3) – Grow & Belong

The Old Station Nursery Group; Twigworth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for first month

Annual leave 31 days incl. bank hols

Access to The National College

Volunteer day per year

Perkbox discounts and Blue Light Card

Employee recognition

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Innsworth is seeking a Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our team. You will support children through play, care, and connections, getting to know their interests and progress while helping them feel confident to try new things.

You must hold Level 2/3 EYQ or QTS, with a good understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, and a caring, collaborative approach. We offer a supportive setting with development opportunities and DBS checks. Sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS.
• Understanding of EYFS and how children learn through play and everyday experiences.
• Caring, attentive approach recognising each child’s individuality.
• Creativity and curiosity with willingness to follow children’s interests.
• Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued, and free to be themselves.
• Plan and support engaging, play-based experiences aligned with EYFS and children's interests.
• Observe development, record progress, and support next steps.
• Build trusting relationships with families and share updates.
• Support daily routines including meals, personal care and rest with patience.
• Maintain safeguarding, safety, hygiene and wellbeing as priorities.
• Collaborate with colleagues, guidance to apprentices and volunteers.

Skills

Caring approach

Creativity

Team player

Safeguarding

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification or QTS

Job description

The Old Station Nursery Innsworth is seeking a Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our team. You will support children through play, care, and connections, getting to know their interests and progress while helping them feel confident to try new things.

You must hold Level 2/3 EYQ or QTS, with a good understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, and a caring, collaborative approach. We offer a supportive setting with development opportunities and DBS checks. Sponsorship is not available.