Rossall Nursery is a very happy and productive place to work - it's outstanding! Every day is an adventure, through the careful planning of our experienced and qualified staff.
Our Nursery has proudly achieved 'Outstanding' in all areas in our latest ISI inspection, reflecting our commitment to excellence in education and care.
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and positive Nursery Practitioner to join our happy and productive Nursery either across four and a half days per week, or as one of two posts at 17 hours and 22 hours respectively.
The purpose of the role is to ensure that every child has the best possible start in life and support to fulfil their potential. We provide a secure and safe environment in which children are able to make the most of their abilities and talents as they grow up.
Key responsibilities
- To be responsible for planning exciting activities for your key children by following their interest and being able to link it to development matters
- Have a good sound knowledge of the age and stage statements in the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Be able to create awe and wonder to excite the children daily
- To work as part of a team to ensure the health, safety, well-being and happiness of every child in the Nursery
- To keep classroom areas tidy and ordered
- To help carry out whole school functions such as Nativity and Sports Day, as deemed necessary by the Nursery leadership team
- To become involved in the life of the school such as extra-curricular activities or be willing to assist with school trips and outings
- To be able to write termly reports about your key child using evidence from observations
- To be flexible and co-operative when asked to work extra hours / days as required due to illness and holidays
- To attend courses as required and become qualified in their profession
General
- To actively promote the school at all times
- To behave professionally when talking to parents
- Always respect the confidentiality of school matters and should never discuss individuals with anyone other than a member of staff
- Report any concerns about a child’s progress or welfare to the Nursery leadership team
- To ensure that all parents, children and visitors are always made welcome to the school. This is particularly important at the start and end of the school day when any problems can be discussed and dealt with immediately
- To ensure all health and safety procedures are strictly adhered to at all times
- To carry out any other reasonable requests deemed necessary by the Nursery leadership team
A Nursery or Early Years qualification at Level 3 is required.
Subject to terms and conditions, we offer a welcome bonus of £200.
We would encourage you to view the further details available on our website, www.rossall.org.uk, outlining what Rossall can offer to you, together with an application form. The closing date is Thursday 2nd July 2026.
Rossall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS clearance will be undertaken by the School. The position is regulated activity and therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An online search will be carried out on the successful candidate.
The School’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy can be viewed here: https://rossall.org.uk/policies/
Pay: £13.01 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Licence/Certification:
- Early Years qualification at Level 3 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
