Nursery Practitioner - Full Time
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Position Overview & Specifications
Come and make a difference as a Nursery Practitioner!
This is a fantastic opening for a Level 2 Nursery Practitioner (full-time or part-time, you choose), in our lovely private nursery in the heart of the countryside. We recently had our Ofsted inspection and were awarded ‘Good with Outstanding Aspects’.
We're a very 'outdoors' setting, thanks to our large beautiful grounds, where the children happily explore the outdoors—with Forest School a key part of our curriculum. We provide a safe, nurturing atmosphere, to build confidence and teach the children how to thrive independently.
The right candidate will find our setting offers ongoing opportunities for progression. So, if you're ambitious, switched on, and have a passion for helping children develop and grow, then this could be a brilliant opportunity for you...
Your responsibilities:
- Assist with our 2-4 year olds room (Flamingos) and our baby room (Hummingbirds)
- Experience using Tapestry (preferred but not essential)
- Ensure health, safety and wellbeing of the children at all times
- Support the senior team in the smooth running of the nursery
- Promote positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues
You'll need:
- Level 2 Early Years qualification
- Knowledge of EYFS
- Good knowledge of ICT skills
- A valid DBS (update service)
- Ideally (but not essential) Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Food and Hygiene certificates
- SEN experience (not essential)
- Hard-working, keen to learn and try new things
- Previous experience in a similar role (1 year minimum)
- Good time management skills
Your perks:
- Company pension
- Continual professional development
- Free onsite parking
- Your birthday as an additional paid holiday
- Delicious hot lunches
- Grow your career with a successful business
- Enjoy a stunning location in the heart of the countryside
Salary up to £24,000 depending on experience (full-time or part-time, 20 to 40 hours per week)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 20 - 40 per week
Salary: £10.80-£11.80 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
School type:
- Day nursery
- Preschool
- Private nursery school
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Alton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
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STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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