Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or Level 3) – Baby & Toddler Rooms
Location: Greatham, Hampshire (In the heart of the village)
Hours: Flexible options available (Term-Time Only considered, or All-Year-Round with holiday working hours)
Salary: Competitive, depending on qualification level and experience
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time / Part-Time options
About Our Nursery
Nestled right in the heart of our beautiful village community, our nursery is a true home-away-from-home. We pride ourselves on our warm, nurturing, "family vibe" where every child, parent, and staff member is genuinely valued. We aren’t a cold, corporate chain—we are a tight-knit, friendly team dedicated to giving local children the absolute best start in life.
The Opportunities
Due to our growing family of children, we are looking for two passionate, qualified Practitioners to join us. We have dedicated openings across two key spaces:
- The Baby Room: Creating a serene, secure, and stimulating sensory world for our youngest occupants.
- The Toddler Room: Fuelling curiosity, active play, and early independence for our busy toddlers.
While your primary placement will match your natural strengths and passion, our close team works collaboratively, meaning duties and rooms may interchange from time to time to support one another.
Who We Are Looking For
We are not just looking for someone to fill a rota gap; we want someone who is genuinely invested in early years education. You should apply if:
- You love working with young children: This isn't just a job to you; it's a calling. You bring energy, patience, and joy to the room every day.
- You value professional growth: You have demonstrated considered investment in your career, either through continuous training, specialized courses, or a deep desire to learn and master early years practices.
- You hold a Level 2 or Level 3 (or above) childcare qualification.
- You are a team player: You thrive in a friendly, supportive environment and bring a positive attitude.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality care, play, and learning experiences tailored to the needs of babies or toddlers.
- Act as a Key Person, building trusting relationships with parents and tracking children’s development.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and beautifully organized environment.
- Implement standard safeguarding, health and safety, and EYFS guidelines seamlessly.
- Participate in team meetings and ongoing training to keep your skills sharp.
What We Offer You
- A genuinely supportive, warm, and friendly work environment with a true family feel.
- Flexible working patterns: We can offer Term-Time Only contracts to suit your lifestyle, or All-Year-Round hours with holiday working options.
- Excellent opportunities for fully funded training and professional development.
- Generous childcare discount (if applicable).
- Complimentary uniform and regular team social events.
How to Apply
If you want to be a part of a beautiful village nursery where you can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!
Please submit your CV along with a short note telling us why you love working with young children and which age group (babies or toddlers) you feel most passionate about.
We are committed to safer recruitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide two professional references
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
