Early Years Practitioner (Level 2+)
Little Rooks Nursery at Rookwood School | Andover, Hampshire (SP10)
Permanent | Year-Round | Up to £30,051 FTE (DOE) | Now Offering 4-Day-Per-Week Contracts!
Looking for a nursery where children—and staff—can truly thrive?
At Little Rooks Nursery, we believe every child deserves the very best start in life, and every member of our team deserves to feel valued, supported and inspired.
Located within the beautiful grounds of Rookwood School in Andover, Little Rooks is a warm, nurturing nursery offering high-quality early years education for children from infancy through to preschool. As part of an all-through independent school, we benefit from excellent facilities, spacious outdoor environments and a strong sense of community, creating an exceptional place for children to learn and grow.
We're looking for a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner (Level 2 or above) to join our friendly, dedicated team. Whether you're looking for a better work-life balance with our new 4-day working week option or a setting where your professional development is genuinely encouraged, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll play an important role in creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where every child can flourish. You'll:
- Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences in line with the EYFS.
- Observe, assess and celebrate children's progress and development.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children and their families.
- Support children's wellbeing, confidence and independence.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a welcoming, inclusive and inspiring environment.
- Help ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and care.
We're looking for someone who has:
- A DfE-approved Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
- Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
- Good knowledge of the EYFS, child development and safeguarding.
- A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A genuine passion for helping young children reach their full potential.
Why join Little Rooks?
We know that great practitioners make a real difference, so we invest in our people.
We offer:
- Up to £30,051 FTE, depending on experience.
- NEW 4-day-per-week contracts for improved work-life balance.
- Annual salary reviews.
- Discounted childcare.
- Free lunch during your working day.
- Generous holiday entitlement.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Opportunities for career progression within Rookwood School.
- A welcoming, supportive and experienced team.
- A beautiful working environment with excellent facilities and outdoor spaces.
Apply today and help us give every child the very best start.
Safeguarding Statement
Rookwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance, identity, qualification and employment checks, including exploration of any gaps in employment and the receipt of two satisfactory references.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
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Pay: Up to £30,051.00 per year
Work Location: In person
