Senior Nursery Practitioner - Pre Toddlers at Shooting Stars Nurseries Wolverhampton

Shooting Stars; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£14.60 per hour

Annual pay and benefits review

Increasing annual leave entitlement

Fully funded training and quals

Clear career progression opportunities

Room Leader progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Free uniform

Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Staff recognition awards

Team celebrations and social events

Supportive management team

Job summary

Shooting Stars Wolverhampton is seeking a Senior Nursery Practitioner for the Pre Toddler Room to support children's growth and lead engaging activities. You'll work closely with colleagues to deliver outstanding childcare and early education while developing leadership skills toward a future Room Leader position.

We offer 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a 50% childcare discount and a commitment to professional training, safeguarding, and high-quality practice.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Experience in an Early Years setting and strong EYFS knowledge.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of exceptional care and education within the Pre Toddler Room.
• Act as a Key Person, building strong relationships with children and families.
• Plan and implement engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS.
• Observe, assess and support children's learning and development.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
• Support, guide and mentor colleagues, apprentices and students.
• Promote inclusive practice and support children with additional needs.
• Build positive partnerships with parents, carers and professionals.
• Champion safeguarding, health and safety, and high-quality practice.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

SEND experience

Education

Level 3 Early Years

Job description

Senior Nursery Practitioner (Pre Toddlers)

£14.60 per hour

Full Time | 40 Hours Per Week
Monday-Friday | All Year Round | Bank Holidays Off
50% Childcare Discount

Ready to Progress Your Early Years Career?

Are you an experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for your next challenge?

Would you like the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, support and inspire colleagues, and take a step towards a future Room Leader position?

We're looking for a passionate and experienced Early YearsNursery Practitioner to join our Pre Toddler Room team at Shooting Stars Wolverhampton. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within the room, supporting children as they grow in confidence, independence and curiosity. You'll work closely with colleagues to deliver outstanding childcare and early education while developing your leadership skills, embracing new challenges and helping to maintain the high standards we are known for.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Senior Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Support the delivery of exceptional care and education within the Pre Toddler Room.
• Act as a Key Person, building strong relationships with children and families.
• Plan and implement engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS.
• Observe, assess and support children's learning and development.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
• Support, guide and mentor colleagues, apprentices and students.
• Promote inclusive practice and support children with additional needs.
• Build positive partnerships with parents, carers and professionals.
• Champion safeguarding, health and safety, and high-quality practice.

What We’re Looking For

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Experience working within an Early Years setting.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, professional and enthusiastic approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues.
• Experience working with SEND.
• Experience of Ofsted inspections.
• Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene or Safeguarding qualifications.

Why Join Shooting Stars?

We know our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer:

• £14.60 per hour
• Annual pay and benefits review
• Increasing annual leave entitlement with service
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Opportunities to progress into Room Leader and wider leadership roles
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Free uniform
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us
• Staff recognition awards
• Team celebrations and social events
• Supportive management team and positive workplace culture

Safeguarding Commitment

Shooting Stars Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all colleagues to share this commitment. Employment is subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.