Early Years Practitioner

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Not specified
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Childcare
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Childcare qualification (Level 3 desirable) Experience with children aged 4 months to 5 years Understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Safeguarding knowledge Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to train) Observation and record-keeping Planning stimulating indoor and outdoor activities Communication with parents and co-workers

FULL DESCRIPTION

Early Years Practitioner – Level 2+

Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group as an Early Years Practitioner. This full-time, on-site role involves nurturing children aged 4 months to 5 years, planning activities, and supporting development in line with EYFS. Benefits include a £500 joining bonus, £1000 government incentive, 25 days holiday, nursery fee discount, and more.

Benefits

  • Joining Bonus! Total of £500
  • Early Years Financial Incentive Scheme – £1000 payment for eligible new or returning staff
  • Refer a Friend Scheme
  • Health Cash plan – Including Medical/Dental/Online retail discounts
  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays FTE, increasing with service up to 30 days
  • Option to purchase additional leave (up to 10 days a year)
  • Celebration Leave
  • Blue Light card eligibility
  • 50% discount on nursery fees
  • Enhanced Maternity
  • Day camps discounts: 1 week free and 1 week at 50% per child per annum
  • Campsite and activities discounts at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Manor
  • 30% discount on food in Cafes
  • Wellbeing assistance programme
  • Cycle to work scheme

Key Responsibilities

  • Promote a nurturing environment whilst engaging with children of all ages and developmental skills
  • Support children, co-workers and parents alike; deliver stimulating indoor and outdoor activities
  • Complete and record daily observations for children and plan next developmental steps in line with EYFS
  • Comply with policies and procedures outlined by the setting
  • Attend training opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Assist in ensuring the nursery is a safe environment for children
  • Embrace variety, use initiative to keep children engaged, support emotional needs

Qualifications and Skills

  • Level 3 childcare qualification and relevant experience is desirable
  • Commitment to providing high-quality childcare for children aged 4 months – 5 years
  • Understanding of developmental needs, Statutory Framework and relevant legislation
  • Basic knowledge of health and safety
  • Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding good practice
  • Paediatric First Aid qualification or willingness to train

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is an equal opportunities charity committed to diversity, equality and inclusion. Successful applicant will require an Enhanced DBS check. Apply now via the form below or the Indeed link.

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