We're Hiring: Early Years Practitioner | Wisbech (PE13 3UT)
- Hours: 34 per week | Days: 4–5 per week
- Pay: £12.21 – £13.00 per hour
Are you passionate about shaping little minds, supporting families, and making every day an adventure for young children? If so, we’d love you to join our warm, friendly, and experienced team in Peterborough as a Nursery Practitioner.
At our nursery, every giggle, every first word, and every "I did it!" moment is a celebration—and you could be part of it.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Creating a fun, safe, and stimulating space where children feel happy, secure, and excited to learn.
- Delivering engaging, play-based activities in line with the EYFS framework.
- Acting as a key person, building strong relationships with children and their families.
- Supporting, guiding, and mentoring junior team members with positivity and encouragement.
- Observing, tracking, and planning for individual children’s development.
- Working closely with Room Leaders and Heads of Unit to maintain high standards in care and education.
- Ensuring all safeguarding and health & safety practices are followed, always.
What We’re Looking For:
- Level 2 or above in Early Years Education/Childcare (CACHE, NVQ, etc.)
- At least 2 years’ experience in an early years setting.
- A solid grasp of the EYFS framework and safeguarding best practices.
- A kind, nurturing nature and strong leadership and communication skills.
- Up-to-date DBS, Paediatric First Aid, and Safeguarding Training (or willingness to obtain).
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
- Well-being support: Up to 6 free counselling sessions per year + 24/7 helpline.
- Fuel savings: Save up to 40p per litre.
- Everyday discounts: Up to 20% cashback at supermarkets, shops & cinemas.
- Cinema perks: Enjoy up to 40% off tickets.
- Time to recharge: Annual leave that increases with each year of service.
- Staff discounts: 40% off childcare for management roles, 25% for all others.
- Career growth: Ongoing CPD & access to an online training portal.
- Supportive culture: A place where you’re valued, encouraged, and never alone—we’re in this together.
Ready to Join Us? Apply now or contact our recruitment team on 01945 589867 to learn more.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £12.21-£13.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 34 per week
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person