Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Early Years Practitioner
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Job Description
Contact Information
For questions about this job, contact:
Lydia Smith
Senior Nursery Manager
lydia.smith10@nhs.net
0113 3070684
Shortlisting Date: 07/09/26
Interview Date: 15/09/26
Job Summary
- Contribute to updating records of achievements (i.e.: profiles, observations, care plans), to support the individual needs of the children/families.
- Assist the management team (i.e.: Deputy and Early Years Professional) to develop, implement and evaluate play and planning using the EYFS for the individual child and family.
- Support the nursery team and management team in the delivery of the service and the development of quality care.
- As a key carer, assist in the settling-in program to meet the child’s/family’s individual needs including first contact with the parent or carer.
- Assist the nursery team when communicating nursery routines and procedures with new parents.
- As part of the nursery team, include observing, collating, presenting, and recording developmental milestones for children’s individual profiles.
- Ensure each family receives daily positive feedback.
- Report concerns or family issues to the appropriate manager.
Why You Should Join Our Team
Are you passionate about early years education and eager to make a real difference in the lives of young children? At the LTHT Nurseries, you’ll be part of a warm, dedicated team providing high-quality childcare for the families of Leeds NHS staff.
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- With varying shift patterns and a guaranteed day off during the week, this is a role that truly supports work-life balance.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
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Flexible Shifts & Work-Life Balance
- A range of shift patterns to suit your lifestyle.
- Enjoy a day off every week with our 4-day working shift pattern.
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Easy, Stress-Free Travel
- Free staff parking.
- Excellent public transport links and easy access to Leeds city centre.
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Inspiring Early Years Environment
- Be part of a free-flow play setting that supports curiosity, independence, and creativity.
- Two unique nursery sites caring for 168 children aged 0–5.
- Open year-round, Monday to Friday, 7am–6pm (excluding Bank Holidays).
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Grow Your Career With Us
- Access to ongoing training, development, and progression opportunities.
Fantastic LTHT Employee Benefits
- 27 days' annual leave (pro rata), rising to 33, plus Bank Holidays.
- Blue Light Card and staff discounts across retail, travel, gyms, holidays, and more.
- Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
- Wellbeing support from trained champions and mental health first aiders.
- Discounted childcare.
- NHS Pension Scheme.
- Car lease, cycle to work, and childcare schemes.
- Competitive pay and favourable terms & conditions.
If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and ready to take the next step in your early years career, we’d love to hear from you. Come and join the LTHT family—where your passion is valued, and your development is supported.
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What You Will Bring To The Role
- Ofsted-recognised Level 3 childcare qualification.
- Ability to create a warm, caring, inclusive environment.
- Strong understanding of child development (0–5 years).
- Knowledge of Ofsted welfare requirements.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust Values
- The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
- We are…
- Responsible
- Open and Honest
- One Team
- Kind
Our Trust Priorities
- Our purpose: Excellent, safe, and sustainable care for every patient every time.
Our Priorities
- People
- Improvement and Innovation
- Partnerships
- Outcomes
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
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