Early Years Practitioner (Full-Time) – Join Our Supportive Nursery Team!
Little Saints Nursery at St Francis School – Pewsey (SN9)
Up to £27,268 per year (Depending on experience/qualifications)
Full-Time | Up to 40 hours/week | Monday to Friday | Year-Round (52 weeks)
Minimum Level 2 DfE-Approved Early Years Qualification
Join Our Inspiring Early Years Environment
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, caring Early Years Practitioner to join our vibrant Little Saints Nursery team. Set within 17 acres of beautiful countryside, our purpose-built nursery offers the ideal setting for children to grow through outdoor play, creativity, and nurturing care.
Here’s What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with annual reviews
- Enhanced holiday allowance – 6.6 weeks paid leave per year
- Company sick pay
- Company pension scheme (eligibility applies)
- Discounted school and nursery fees for staff children
- Relevant training including Paediatric First Aid
- Free access to EDUCARE online development platform
- Free parking on-site
- Healthy, delicious lunches provided daily
What You’ll Be Doing:
You’ll work as part of a supportive and friendly team to provide high-quality, inclusive care for children aged 6 weeks to 4 years. Your role will include:
- Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate learning opportunities
- Supporting children’s development in line with the EYFS framework
- Building strong, nurturing relationships with families
- Creating a safe, clean, and inclusive environment
- Collaborating with Room Leaders and management to maintain high standards
You’ll Need:
- A minimum Level 2 Early Years qualification (DfE-approved)
- Knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures
- An understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education (Sept 2022)
- Experience in a nursery or early years setting
- A warm, kind approach and a strong team ethic
Working Hours:
Our nursery is open from 7:45am – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday (closed during Christmas week). The ideal candidate will work up to 40 hours/week between 7:30am and 6:15pm. Specific hours can be discussed during the recruitment process.
Safeguarding Statement
St Francis School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early as soon as sufficient applicants have been received so please apply early.
Ready to Apply?
Join a nursery where your care, creativity, and professional growth are truly valued.
For queries, contact: [email protected] | 01672 563228
We can’t wait to welcome you to the team!
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £27,268.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 2 childcare qualification (minimum) (required)
Work Location: In person
