We are seeking a dedicated and qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our nurturing and professional early years team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about high-quality childcare and supporting children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.
Hours of work
Monday - Friday 40 hours per week (or 16-24 hours as a job share)
What You'll Do
- Deliver outstanding care and education in line with the EYFS framework.
- Plan engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.
- Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.
- Observe, assess and record children's learning and development.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues.
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times.
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
- Experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
- Good understanding of the EYFS framework.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A caring, patient and professional approach.
Desirable
- Previous training in Safeguarding (Level 1 & 2), Paediatric First Aid and Level 2 Food Safety (full training and CPD provided).
What We Offer
- Supportive and welcoming team culture.
- Extensive CPD and ongoing professional development.
- Clear opportunities for career progression.
- Company rewards and recognition programme.
- Additional annual leave.
- Company pension.
- Employee discount and store discount scheme.
- Health and wellbeing programme.
- On-site parking.
- Employee referral programme.
Our Recognition & Rewards
We believe in recognising the commitment of our team, which is why we offer:
- £200 recruitment bonus
- Birthday bonus
- Attendance bonus
- 5, 10 and 15-year service awards
The kind of person we're looking for
- Caring, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young children
- Able to work well as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- Relevant childcare qualification preferred (e.g. Level 2/3) but not essential
- Experience in a nursery or early years setting is essential
What makes Tiny Toez different?
£200 recruitment bonus upon joining
Full-time or flexible part-time hours available
Ongoing training and career progression
Supportive, friendly team environment
Birthday, attendance and long-service bonuses
Company pension, wellbeing programme, staff discounts and more
Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check, funded by Tiny Toez, and subscribe to the DBS Update Service (£16 annual fee).
Employment is subject to the requirements of the Childcare Act 2006. Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do, and all staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of child protection and welfare.
If you're looking to join a nursery where you'll be valued, supported and encouraged to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount scheme
Pay: From £12.85 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Do you have a current and valid Full and Relevant Early Years Qualification
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
