Freedom Care Group
Nursery Practitioner
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NURSERY PRACTITIONERS
Level 2 and Level 3 | Part-time and full-time opportunities
THREE OR FOUR LONG DAYS PER WEEK • TYPICAL HOURS 8AM–6PM
Build a rewarding career in early years
Are you a caring, enthusiastic and qualified Nursery Practitioner looking to join a supportive nursery where children and staff are genuinely valued?
We are recruiting Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to provide high-quality care and early learning within a modern, welcoming and well-resourced nursery environment. Level 3 practitioners are particularly encouraged to apply, although we would also be delighted to hear from strong Level 2 candidates.
Hours and salaries
| Qualification | Working pattern | Hours | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 | Part-time | 3 days, 8am–6pm | From £20,124 |
| Level 2 | Full-time | 4 days, 8am–6pm* | From £26,832 |
| Level 3 | Part-time | 3 days, 8am–6pm | From £21,060 - £21,528 |
| Level 3 | Full-time | 4 days, 8am–6pm* | From £28,080 - £28,704 |
- A 5pm finish may be possible for the full-time positions.
Let’s talk about the hours that work for you. We can be flexible where possible and encourage candidates to speak to us about their preferred working pattern before deciding the advertised hours may not suit them.
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About the role
You will help create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment in which every child can play, learn and develop. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing high-quality physical, emotional, social and educational care.
- Safeguarding children and promoting their welfare and safety at all times.
- Planning activities around children’s individual needs, interests and development.
- Acting as a key person and maintaining accurate learning and development records.
- Building positive and professional partnerships with parents and carers.
- Supporting children with meals, personal care and daily routines.
- Maintaining excellent standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness.
- Working collaboratively with the Nursery Manager, Room Leaders and wider team.
- Following nursery policies, procedures and confidentiality requirements.
- Contributing to training, staff meetings, parent evenings and nursery events when required.
About you
- A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification.
- A warm, caring and child-centred approach.
- A clear understanding of safeguarding and children’s welfare.
- The ability to support individual learning and development.
- Confident communication with children, families and colleagues.
- Reliability, flexibility and a positive team-focused attitude.
- Commitment to professional standards, confidentiality and ongoing development.
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What we offer
- Paid lunch breaks with a complimentary chef-prepared lunch every day.
- Monthly and annual attendance bonuses.
- Additional paid annual leave for long service.
- Childcare discount and company pension scheme.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Staff events and team celebrations.
- A modern, well-resourced and air-conditioned nursery environment.
- A supportive management team with excellent staff retention.
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If you are passionate about helping children feel safe, valued and confident while supporting their learning and development, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with your current CV. Suitable candidates will be invited to interview.
Safeguarding statement: The successful applicant will be required to complete appropriate safer-recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.
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