Early Years Practitioner
Leweston School Nursery – Full Time and Part Time, Permanent
£14.11 per hour (£29,348 per annum)
About the Role
Due to the continued success of our Nursery Leweston School is seeking an enthusiastic, caring, and committed Early Years Practitioner to join our thriving Nursery. We care for children aged 0–4 and pride ourselves on offering a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can flourish.
As part of our friendly and professional team, you will support children’s learning and development, build strong relationships, and contribute to high‑quality experiences in line with the EYFS. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified practitioners who is passionate about Early Years and looking to grow within a supportive setting.
What We Offer
- Highly competitive pay – £14.11 per hour
- Generous holiday allocation – up to 36 days per year (7.2 weeks)
- Employer pension contributions up to 12%
- Delicious freshly prepared staff meals
- Use of on‑site leisure facilities
- Supportive team culture with excellent professional development opportunities
- Clear pathways for career progression
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking dedicated practitioners who can bring warmth, professionalism, and enthusiasm to our Nursery team.
Essential qualifications:
- NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent)
Desirable:
- Experience working in a similar Early Years role
- Paediatric First Aid
You will also have:
- A good working knowledge of the EYFS
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A passion for creating an exceptional learning environment
Working Hours
- Full‑time and Part -Time, permanent
- Hours agreed with the Nursery Manager
- Working between 7.30am and 5.30pm, Monday to Friday
- Rota‑based shift pattern
How to Apply
We strongly encourage early applications, as we will be shortlisting candidates as they are received.
Leweston is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
A Catholic Foundation which welcomes pupils of all Denominations
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £29,348.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
