Job title: Early Years Practitioner (Level 3) – Term-Time Only
Location: Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 6ED
Hours: 30 hours per week, across 3 days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Contract: Permanent, term-time only
Start date: September 2026
About us
Townley House Independent Nursery is a small, family-run, home-from-home setting in Bamber Bridge, established in 2000 and rated "Good" by Ofsted. We pride ourselves on knowing every child as an individual and offering warm, nurturing care where children and families feel genuinely supported.
The role
We're looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly team on a term-time basis. You'll play a key part in delivering high-quality care and learning, helping every child thrive in a safe and happy environment.
Your responsibilities will include
- Planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS
- Supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing
- Acting as a key person for a group of children, including observations and record-keeping
- Building warm, professional relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Maintaining a safe, clean and stimulating environment
- Upholding our safeguarding and welfare responsibilities at all times
Essential
- A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
- Good knowledge of the EYFS
- A genuine passion for working with young children
- Reliability, a positive attitude and a team-player approach
Desirable
- Paediatric First Aid certificate
- Safeguarding training
- Previous nursery experience
How to apply
Please email your CV to [email protected].
Townley House Independent Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and provide references.
Pay: £12.75 per hour
Work Location: In person
