Job description:
We are looking for a creative and caring early years professional to join our exceptional team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing, values-led environment where your expertise and ideas will be celebrated and your professional growth supported. Our 100-place nursery is found in the heart of campus providing education and care to the children of university employees, students, and the local community. We are a diverse and vibrant community recognised for our excellence in inclusion, teaching, and learning. Recently rated Outstanding by OFSTED in all aspects, our vision is simple…to build a world class nursery that consistently delivers fabulous learning, play and fun. You will be supported in your role and work alongside a passionate team in a well-resourced nursery that values your expertise and ideas.
Main duties:
• Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences aligned with the EYFS framework, leading small group activities. • Observe, assess, and document children’s development to inform planning and next steps. • Champion inclusive practice and adapt environments to meet diverse needs. • Take responsibility for a specific area of learning or specialism (e.g. communication, outdoor learning, SEND). • Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families. • Contribute to team planning, reflective practice, and continuous improvement. • Mentor our Foundation Practitioners and students as appropriate.
Experience and qualifications:
You must have experience of working with children aged 0-5 in an early years setting, with a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent. You should have a sound understanding of the EYFS framework, child development and safeguarding practice.
Personal qualities:
We are looking for someone who is caring and self-motivated, with strong communication, planning and organisational skills.
Terms and conditions:
This is a full time permanent position - working 37.5 hours per week, between 7.30am and 6.00pm
Benefits:
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, paid leave day for your birthday, discounted nursery fees, free access to our on-campus gym and pool facilities at Burleigh Springs, free car parking, free meal & enrolment into company pension scheme.