About Rainbow Tots Eccles
Rainbow Tots Eccles is part of the expanding Rainbow Tots group, committed to delivering exceptional early years education in a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment. We create a setting where children flourish, staff feel valued, and families feel supported.
Role Overview
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and motivated Nursery Practitioner to join our team. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality care and early education, support children’s learning and development, and contribute to a positive, inclusive, and engaging nursery environment.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about early years who thrives in a hands-on, child-centred setting.
Key Responsibilities
Childcare & Education
- Provide high-quality care, learning, and development opportunities for all children
- Plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging activities in line with the EYFS
- Support children’s individual needs, interests, and next steps
- Maintain accurate observations, assessments, and learning records
Safeguarding & Compliance
- Follow all safeguarding, child protection, and health & safety procedures
- Ensure the environment is safe, clean, and well-organised
- Adhere to nursery policies, Ofsted requirements, and EYFS standards
- Report concerns promptly to the Designated Safeguarding Lead
Teamwork & Collaboration
- Work effectively with colleagues to create a positive, supportive team culture
- Communicate clearly with Room Leaders and the Nursery Manager
- Contribute to planning meetings, room organisation, and daily routines
- Support new staff, students, and apprentices where required
Parent & Carer Engagement
- Build warm, professional relationships with parents and carers
- Share daily updates, progress, and key information sensitively and clearly
- Support a welcoming, inclusive environment for all families
Environment & Resources
- Help maintain a stimulating, well-resourced learning environment
- Set up and tidy away activities, ensuring rooms are inviting and purposeful
- Contribute ideas for continuous improvement and curriculum enhancements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification (minimum Level 3 preferred)
- Experience working in an early years setting
- Good understanding of the EYFS framework
- Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Desirable
- Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
- Paediatric 12hr First Aid certificate
- Experience completing observations and assessments
- Understanding of Ofsted expectations and early years best practice
Skills & Personal Attributes
- Warm, caring, and child-focused
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Creative, enthusiastic, and proactive
- Organised, reliable, and able to use initiative
- Passionate about early years education and child development
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
