Early Years Practitioner (26/009)
£25,250 FTE (£8,919.39 pro rata per annum)
15 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Permanent
Location: Little Stars Day Nursery
Please note that we cannot accept CVs as a method of application and you will need to complete a short pro-forma on our website to be considered for the position.
The Little Stars Day Nursery is part of the TEC Partnership, which is a large, innovative, dynamic and financially sound organisation.
We are now offering a few fantastic opportunities to join The Little Stars Day Nursery in the role of Early Years Practitioner. If you are a team player who is passionate about helping learners reach their full potential, then we want to hear from you!
Please note we have multiple vacancies at our Little Stars Nursery with a variety of hours that you can find out more about on our website!
About the role
We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and passionate level 2/3 early years’ practitioner's to join our friendly team within a very busy established nursery. You must have a full and relevant level 2/3 qualification in Early Years.
The ideal candidates will be passionate about working with children from birth to five years’ old and enhancing their learning and development. The person will need to be a strong team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a large setting, prioritising workloads and managing tasks, knowledge of tapestry is also an advantage.
The hours will be Monday to Friday 11:30-2:30 term time only.
About the person
The successful candidate will:
- Hold a full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
- Have a good understanding of safeguarding (a safeguarding qualification is desirable).
- Ideally have SEN training and paediatric first aid (desirable but not essential).
- Show professionalism at all times.
- Hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (desirable but not essential; training will be provided).
- Be a positive, fun individual with a good sense of humour and a bubbly personality.
What we offer
In return for your skills and experience, we can offer you access to a wide range of Group benefits, such as.
- Pension Membership
- Christmas Closure Days
- Occupational sick pay scheme (higher than statute)*
- Occupational Maternity/Adoption pay (higher than statute)*
- Life Assurance Scheme and Death Grant
- 24-hour Employee Helpline – Free and confidential
- Cycle to Work
- Saving Schemes
- Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan – monthly payments
- UNUM Dental Cash Plan – monthly payments
- Staff discounts on campus e.g., Hair & Beauty/ Bakery/ Gym etc
If having read the job description you are interested in this role, please press the “Apply Online” button and send us your application.
The closing date for this advert is 26th July 2026
The TEC Partnership is committed to Prevent Duty, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and promoting British Values within the workplace. We are an equal opportunity workplace.
Safeguarding is a priority for us, as well as ensuring the welfare of children and young people and we expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.
All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, references that cover the last two years of employment and online screening. Other checks may also be required.
Please note that all employees must have Literacy and Numeracy to at least Level 2.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,250.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
Work Location: In person
