About Us
Cotswold Bunnies in the Cowshed is a warm, nurturing early‑years setting set in the beautiful Cotswolds countryside. We pride ourselves on providing a calm, child‑centred environment where curiosity, independence and emotional wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. Our team is caring, professional and committed to giving children the very best start.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and compassionate Nursery Practitioner to join our growing team working 30 hours a week.
The Role
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key part in supporting children’s learning, development and daily care. You will work closely with colleagues to create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing high‑quality care and engaging learning experiences for children aged 0–5
- Supporting children’s personal, social and emotional development
- Planning and delivering age‑appropriate activities linked to the EYFS
- Maintaining accurate observations and contributing to learning journals
- Ensuring the environment is safe, clean and well‑organised
- Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Following all safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about early years and committed to children’s wellbeing
- Warm, patient and able to build strong, trusting relationships
- Confident in supporting children’s learning through play
- A team player with good communication skills
- Organised, proactive and able to use initiative
Qualifications:
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or working towards) essential
- Experience in a nursery or early‑years setting
- A clear understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding responsibilities
What We Offer:
- A supportive, friendly team
- Beautiful outdoor spaces and regular time outside in the surrounding fields
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- A setting that values calm, respectful practice and child‑led learning
- An opportunity to own a share in the company
How to Apply
If you would like to join our team, please send your CV and a short covering statement to [email protected].
We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming a new practitioner to our Cotswold Bunnies family.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.00-£15.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Childcare
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Tetbury GL8 8LR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Forest School Qualification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
