Early Years Practitioner (Level 2+)
Park Hill Nursery | Kingston upon Thames, Surrey (KT2)
Permanent | Year-Round | Full-Time or Part-Time (4-Day Week Available) | Up to £31,185 FTE (DOE)
Looking for a nursery where you can inspire children while growing your own career?
At Park Hill Nursery, we believe every child deserves an exceptional start in life—and that starts with passionate Early Years practitioners who create warm, inspiring environments where children feel safe, confident and excited to learn.
We're looking for caring and enthusiastic Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to join our friendly and supportive team. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or looking for your next exciting opportunity, you'll be joining a nursery where your ideas, creativity and passion for Early Years will be genuinely valued.
Located within Park Hill School in the heart of Kingston upon Thames, our nursery provides a nurturing environment where children learn through play, exploration and meaningful experiences. With excellent indoor and outdoor learning spaces, children are encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity and independence while enjoying a seamless introduction to school life.
As part of the Inspired Learning Group, you'll benefit from being part of a wider family of independent schools and nurseries, with excellent opportunities for professional development, career progression and ongoing support.
What you'll be doing
As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll play an important role in creating a stimulating environment where every child can flourish.
You'll:
- Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences that support each child's individual interests, abilities and stage of development.
- Create a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover and develop confidence.
- Observe, assess and celebrate children's progress, using the EYFS framework to plan meaningful next steps in learning.
- Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents and carers, working together to support every child's development.
- Support children's emotional wellbeing, communication, independence and social development through warm, responsive interactions.
- Maintain accurate observations, assessments and learning records to celebrate children's achievements and inform future planning.
- Make the most of the nursery's excellent indoor and outdoor learning environments, encouraging curiosity, creativity and a love of learning.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain consistently high standards of care, education and professionalism.
- Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and children's wellbeing remain central to everything you do.
We're looking for someone who has:
- A DfE-approved Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
- Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting.
- Good knowledge of the EYFS, child development and safeguarding.
- A caring, enthusiastic and child-centred approach.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A genuine passion for providing outstanding Early Years education.
Why join Park Hill Nursery?
We know our people are at the heart of everything we do, so we're committed to supporting your wellbeing, development and career.
We offer:
- Salary up to £31,185 FTE, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Full-time and part-time opportunities, including 4-day working week options.
- Annual salary reviews.
- Discounted childcare.
- Free lunch during your working day.
- Generous holiday entitlement.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Career progression opportunities across Inspired Learning Group.
- A welcoming, experienced and supportive team.
- The opportunity to work within a beautiful independent school with excellent learning environments and outdoor spaces.
Apply today and help give every child the very best start in life.
For more information, please contact Danielle on 07542 605096 or [email protected].
Safeguarding Statement
Park Hill Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance, identity, qualification and employment checks, including exploration of any gaps in employment and the receipt of two satisfactory references.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
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Pay: Up to £31,185.00 per year
Work Location: In person
