Nursery Nurse
Lift Hamford
Elm Tree Avenue, Walton on the Naze, Essex, CO14 8TE
United Kingdom
£25,545.37 - £26,846.25 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Permanent, Full Time
35 hours per week (8.30am - 4.30pm), 39 weeks per year
September 2026 Start
We are looking for a passionate and committed Nursery Nurse to join our thriving nursery for two, three and four year olds, which opened in January 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, newly established provision and play a key role in shaping the very beginning of each child's educational journey.
Lift Hamford is a vibrant school within the Lift Schools network that achieved a good inspection in November 2022 and serves our coastal community. We strive to ensure that children get the best opportunities to achieve the highest possible outcomes and that high quality learning is at the heart of everything we do.
As a Nursery Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality early years education and care. You will build strong relationships with children and families, support learning through play, and ensure a safe, engaging environment where all children can thrive.
You will:
- Plan, deliver and evaluate engaging learning activities tailored to the needs of young children
- Build warm, trusting relationships with a key group of children and their parents/carers
- Observe and assess children’s development, contributing to EYFS profiles and learning records
- Support children with SEN and ensure inclusive practice across the nursery
- Promote language development, independence, confidence and personal care skills
- Help maintain a safe, stimulating and welcoming nursery setting, both indoors and outdoors
- Work closely with colleagues and external professionals to support each child’s progress
You’ll need to bring:
- A Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and Childcare (or equivalent)
- Experience of working with children aged 2–5 in a school or daycare setting
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework, observation and assessment
- A caring, professional and proactive approach to supporting young learners
- Confidence working as part of a team and liaising with families and professionals
- A genuine passion for early years education and a belief in every child’s potential
In return, you’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive school community that values your contribution and offers opportunities for development across the Lift Schools network.
Please visit our school or have an informal discussion about this incredible role. You can also email Sarah Hitches at [email protected] or contact us by phone at 01255 673415.
Closing date : 12th July 2026
Who is Lift Schools?
We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.
We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.
We offer you:
- Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
- Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
- Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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