Early Years Practitioner (Level 2+)
Yateley Manor Nursery | Yateley, Hampshire
Fixed-Term | Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week | Up to £30,051 per annum (DOE)
Looking for a nursery where you can inspire young minds while developing your own career?
At Yateley Manor Nursery, we know that exceptional Early Years education starts with exceptional people. We're passionate about creating a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, confident and excited to learn—and where our team feels supported, valued and encouraged to flourish.
Set within the beautiful grounds of Yateley Manor School, our nursery offers children a rich learning environment with excellent indoor and outdoor spaces that encourage curiosity, creativity and exploration. As part of the Inspired Learning Group, you'll enjoy the close-knit feel of a welcoming nursery while benefiting from the training, support and career progression opportunities that come from being part of a growing family of independent schools and nurseries.
We're looking for a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner (Level 2 or above) to join our friendly and dedicated team. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll play a vital role in providing outstanding care and education, helping every child develop the confidence, independence and curiosity they need to thrive.
You'll:
- Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences that inspire children and support their individual stages of development.
- Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to explore.
- Observe, assess and celebrate children's progress, using your knowledge of the EYFS to plan meaningful next steps in their learning.
- Foster strong, positive relationships with children, parents and carers, working in partnership to support every child's development.
- Support children's emotional wellbeing, communication, confidence and independence through responsive, child-centred practice.
- Encourage learning through both indoor and outdoor experiences, making the most of our fantastic nursery environment.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care, learning and professionalism across the nursery.
- Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and wellbeing remain at the heart of everything you do.
- Contribute ideas and enthusiasm to help continually develop and enhance the experiences we provide for children and families.
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 providing outstanding early years education and care.
Why join Yateley Manor Nursery?
We believe that when our people feel supported, children benefit too. That's why we invest in our team and create opportunities for everyone to grow.
We offer:
- Salary up to £30,051 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Annual salary reviews.
- Discounted childcare.
- Free lunch during your working day.
- Generous holiday entitlement.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Career progression opportunities across Inspired Learning Group.
- A welcoming, experienced and supportive team.
- The opportunity to work within the beautiful grounds of Yateley Manor School, with fantastic facilities and outdoor learning spaces.
Apply today and help give every child the very best start in life.
For more information, please contact Danielle on 07542 605096 or [email protected].
Safeguarding Statement
Yateley Manor 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
