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Hazles Farm Childcare; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Company pension

Staff social events

Job summary

Hazles Farm Childcare is seeking a Level 2 minimum Nursery Practitioner to join our rural Shawbury preschool team. The role involves supporting children across EYFS, facilitating indoor and outdoor learning, and creating a safe, nurturing environment.

As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you will plan activities, assess progress, and work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and parents to promote holistic development and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification as a Nursery Practitioner.
• Experience with EYFS and child development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support children across EYFS and help them develop confidence.
• Plan and deliver engaging indoor and outdoor activities.
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress.
• Maintain a safe, secure and stimulating environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues and liaise with parents and carers.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Observation skills

Parent liaison

Education

Level 2 Nursery Practitioner

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Tools

Forest School experience

Job description

Level 2/3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Company:

Company: Hazles Farm Childcare

Salary: To be discussed with successful candidate

Hazles Farm Childcare Ltd – Rural Shawbury (SY4 4HE)

Full-time | Permanent | Salary to be discussed

Do you have a passion for early years education and a love of inspiring young children through both indoor and outdoor learning?

Hazles Farm Childcare Ltd is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and committed Level 2 minimum Nursery Practitioner to join our welcoming pre-school team.

Set within a beautiful rural environment, our setting offers exceptional facilities including a tennis court, jungle gym soft-play area, and an established Forest School, led by a qualified Forest School teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a nurturing, creative, and child-centred environment.

Duties

As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you will:

Support children across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), helping them develop confidence and readiness for Reception

Encourage learning through play-based, hands-on, and imaginative experiences

Create a safe, secure, and stimulating environment where children feel valued and supported

Plan and deliver engaging activities using both indoor and outdoor learning spaces

Promote children’s personal, social, emotional, communication, and physical development

Work collaboratively with colleagues, including practitioners, teaching assistants, and volunteers

Build positive relationships with parents and carers, and liaise with external professionals where required

Observe, assess, and record children’s progress accurately

Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health, and safety

Take part in training and ongoing professional development

Why Join Hazles Farm?

We believe our staff are at the heart of our success. In return, we offer:

A unique rural setting with excellent outdoor learning facilities

Weekly Forest School sessions

Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities

A supportive, friendly, and inclusive team environment

Free on-site parking

Company pension

Staff social events, birthday vouchers, and Employee of the Month rewards

Safer Recruitment

Hazles Farm Childcare Ltd is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and eligibility to work in the UK. Applicants must declare all convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings, in line with safer recruitment requirements.