Early Years Practitioner

Early Years Practitioner Full-time over 4 days: 7.45 am to 6 pm (45 min lunch break) Rates of pay : £13.40-£13.60 per hour, based on relevant qualifications.

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Do you want to work in a professional, mindful and exciting work environment, contributing to making a positive difference in the Early Years? Circus Day Nursery and Pre School is located in the heart of Cheltenham, set in a beautiful listed house of interest.

Established in 1997, the team is passionately committed to making a positive difference in the Early Years.

At the setting, we see the value of imagination, fun and honesty, and welcome the opportunity to share them with you.

You will be part of a highly motivated, hardworking, and fun team that makes a positive difference in the lives of children, working alongside a dedicated, loyal team.

As an accredited employer for Wellbeing in the Workplace, we are committed to supporting staff to ensure a healthy, positive culture and professional ethos throughout.

The setting has achieved Millies Mark Accreditation and continues to strive to improve standards of care for both children and staff.

If this is of interest to you, we have a perfect opportunity: we are recruiting an Early Years practitioner for our dedicated daycare.

We can offer a three-day working week (4 days off a week!) in a friendly, welcoming environment, with no weekend work.

We are accredited as a Wellbeing Employer, supporting staff, and we can offer online, up-to-date in-housetraining.

We also offer a week's holiday over the festive period to spend with loved ones.

Financial bonus scheme, company pension, and a positive working environment, which we value as being a priority within a team of professionals.

Our ideal candidate: Qualified to level 2/3 or above.

You will be an innovative, imaginative and fun practitioner You will enjoy working as part of a professional team Use your initiative and inspiration to generate new ideas You must be passionate about working with young children and forming effective partnerships with families You will have a clear understanding of the EYFS, have a positive, passionate approach and dedication to the role.

You will bring lots of positive energy and have a great sense of humour! Our rewards to you: Working a three day week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, in a caring, enjoyable environment with optional working days Monday & Friday Beautiful, spacious Regency listed house of interest with exceptional outdoor learning space and Secret Garden where children enjoy Forest School/Play.

Working within a family Staff team privately owned Lots of daily ongoing fun activities Opportunity for ongoing training to suit the working individual Wellbeing accredited Employer Company pension scheme for all employees 4 Day working week (no weekend work) December Closure over the festive period Circus Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

References will be required in support of candidates who are called for an interview, which must be from your current or last place of work.

Job Type Part-time, Permanent contract Benefits: Childcare discount Company events Company pension Referral programme Wellbeing bonus Christmas week off Bank Holidays off Application question(s): Please only consider applying if you have a genuine passion for making a positive difference within the Early Years.

We are a dedicated family team working toward outstanding practice. xwzovoh

What qualities are you able to add to the company, and why should we consider you for this position? Experience: Childcare: 1 year (required) Work Location : In person/Cheltenham GL52 2PZ Start Date: June/July 2026