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Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Good Ofsted-rated nursery

40 hours per week

Modern facilities

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join a Good Ofsted-rated nursery. The setting is purpose-built with bright learning spaces alongside exceptional outdoor facilities that encourage exploration, creativity, and active play.

You will provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS, support play-based activities, and help children grow physically, socially, and emotionally in a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Nurturing and child-centred approach to childcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework.
• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, play-based activities.
• Encourage children's curiosity, creativity, and independence through indoor and outdoor learning.
• Observe and support children's individual development and progress.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Promote children's emotional, social, and physical development.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery practice.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Nurturing approach

Job description

Up to £30,000 per annum | 40 Hours Per Week

Do you love helping children learn, grow, and discover the world around them?

Our client is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join their Good Ofsted-rated nursery. Purpose-built with children's development in mind, the setting offers bright, modern learning spaces alongside exceptional outdoor facilities that encourage exploration, creativity, and active play.

Outdoor learning is a key part of daily life at the nursery, giving children the opportunity to develop physically, socially, and emotionally through hands-on experiences. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive team in a nursery that values high-quality care, child-led learning, and continuous professional development.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A nurturing and child-centred approach to childcare

Why Should You Consider This Role

• Up to £30,000 per annum
• 40 hours per week
• Opportunity to work in a Good Ofsted-rated nursery
• Modern, purpose-built learning environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive leadership team
• Excellent career progression prospects

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework
• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, play-based activities
• Encourage children's curiosity, creativity, and independence through indoor and outdoor learning
• Observe and support children's individual development and progress
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Promote children's emotional, social, and physical development
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery practice

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.