Early Years Practitioner

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Wellingborough
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Childcare
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SKILLS

Childcare qualification Level 2/3 EYFS framework knowledge Key worker responsibilities Planning age-appropriate activities Paediatric first aid Safeguarding training DBS check Team working

FULL DESCRIPTION

Early Years Practitioner at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

A well-established nursery in Wellingborough (NN8) is looking for a full-time Nursery Practitioner to become part of their friendly team.

Job Details

  • Posting Date: 29/04/2026
  • Branch: England – [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Northamptonshire
  • Reference: 33000000000000017
  • Postcode: NN8
  • Area: Wellingborough
  • Salary: Not specified
  • Start Date: 01/06/2026
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Education: Level 3

Job Description

  • A well established nursery in Wellingborough (NN8) are looking for a full time Nursery Practitioner to become part of their friendly team. The hours for this Nursery Practitioner role are 37 hours per week. This can be worked over five days or four longer days. Shifts will be variable to cover the opening hours of the nursery which are 7.30am – 5.45pm. This role would suit a practitioner who loves to care for babies, settling, nurturing and encouraging them to explore the world around them. Previous experience working with babies is essential for this role.
  • Duties:
    • All childcare duties
    • To work as a team and to liaise with colleagues, families and carers effectively
    • Key worker responsibilities, observations and tracking development
    • Planning and implementing age appropriate activities
    • Providing a safe, caring environment
  • Requirements:
    • A minimum full and relevant level 2 / 3 or equivalent Childcare / Early Years qualification
    • A minimum of 2 years previous early years experience and experience working with babies
    • Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework, keyworker systems and record keeping
    • Paediatric first aid and safeguarding training. ([Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] can assist)
    • An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service. ([Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] can assist)
    • The right to work in the UK
    • Candidates must be able to provide employer / education referees covering the last 5 years and be able to explain any gaps
  • Benefits:
    • Increasing holiday with service
    • Free on road parking
    • Free uniform
    • Work place pension
  • To start ASAP. The rate of pay is negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.
  • If you would like to join a friendly team in a very supportive nursery, please send your CV to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] today!

Job Benefits

  • Four day week

Job Certifications

  • Full and Relevant Level 2 in Childcare / Early Years
  • Full and Relevant Level 3 in Childcare / Early Years

Branch Details

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Northamptonshire
49 Mithras Gardens, Wavendon Gate
Bucks, Milton Keynes, MK7 7SX
Phone: [contact hidden]
Email: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

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