Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner – Flexible Hours Available £12.71 – £14.00 per hour Are you a passionate and caring Nursery Practitioner looking for flexible work within a supportive early years setting? We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established nursery with a strong Ofsted rating, known for its warm, nurturing environment and child-centred approach. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and welcoming team that truly values staff wellbeing, flexibility, and professional development. What’s on Offer? Flexible working hours – full-time or part-time to suit you Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications Supportive leadership team and positive working environment Opportunities for ongoing training and development On-site parking available Inclusive nursery setting with excellent staff supportThe Role As a Nursery Practitioner, you will: Support children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS framework Deliver fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities Encourage learning through both structured and free play Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Support children with SEN where required Observe and monitor children’s progressAbout You We are looking for someone who: Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification (preferred) Has a genuine passion for working with young children Has knowledge or experience supporting SEN (desirable) Is caring, enthusiastic, and a strong team player Can provide a positive and nurturing approach to childcareSafeguarding Requirements Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must: Hold an enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to obtain one) Have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) Provide 24 months of references, including one from an education setting Provide a character reference for any gaps in employment where applicable📩 Apply today to secure your flexible nursery role for September or sooner. We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications