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Nursery Practitioner

KiddyKare are looking for a full time, Level 3 qualified Practitioner to join a well-established setting. Alongside a competitive salary, the role offers impressive career progression.

Benefits include:

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

  • Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
  • Discounted childcare of 50% for first child
  • Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days.
  • Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support.
  • Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position.
  • Employee Appreciation awards
  • Happy to Talk Flexible Working

What you'll be doing

  • Plan, create, implement, and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones.
  • Develop and maintain strong parent/ carer partnerships.
  • Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding.
  • Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment.

What we're looking for

  • Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
  • Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, or similar)
  • Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child.
  • Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents.
  • Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults.
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children.

 

If you are interested in the role, please give us a call on 01628 675828 or make an application.

 

Nursery Practitioner

KiddyKare are working with a well-established company who are seeking an experienced and dedicated Nursery Practitioner based in Fareham. With a salary up to £28,000 and attractive benefits, this role could be perfect for you!

The ideal candidate

  • Minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Early Years
  • Demonstrating a strong commitment to quality, safety, and child-centred care
  • Great communication and organisational skills

Strong benefits

  • Generous Salary
  • Supportive management alongside career growth
  • 31 days of annual day, including 3 days of annual leave over the Christmas period
  • Wellbeing day
  • Healthcare support

What you will be doing

  • Promote and maintain high standards of quality within the nursery, with a focus on the environment, resources, and experiences provided to children.
  • Take on key carer responsibilities for assigned children.
  • Ensure all children in the nursery benefit from rich, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate experiences.
  • Plan, prepare, and support children’s activities effectively.
  • In the absence of the Team/Room Leader, oversee and manage the day-to-day running of the environment.
  • Contribute to ensuring that all nursery practices and provisions align with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
  • Support and mentor students and unqualified staff to promote and maintain high-quality childcare practices.

Nursery Practitioner

Are you a passionate, Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner looking to advance your career in a Day Care setting?

Kiddykare is currently seeking a dedicated Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our wonderful team in Walton on Thames. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth through additional training and potential promotions.

SALARY: Up to  £27,500 (based on experience and qualifications)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Be punctual and reliable.
  • Greet all children and parents warmly.
  • Plan and implement age-appropriate activities in collaboration with the Room Supervisor.
  • Adapt activities to meet individual children's needs.
  • Support colleagues and contribute to the team.
  • Follow instructions from the Room Leader or Nursery Manager.
  • Communicate effectively with parents and family members.
  • Attend staff meetings and training sessions outside of working hours if needed.
  • Perform various domestic tasks within the Nursery.
  • Work variable shifts between 7:30am and 6pm over 5 days.
  • Develop your role within the team.
  • Engage in reflective practice and use constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Carry out any reasonable requests from senior Nursery or School staff.

Requirements:

  • A full and relevant childcare qualification.
  • An enhanced DBS check (required for this position).
  • Knowledge of Safeguarding and EYFS.
  • Previous experience working with early years.

Benefits:

  • Christmas closure
  • Pension
  • High Street Discounts
  • Paid team events
  • Salary Reviews and addition holiday opportunities

If this role sounds like the perfect fit for you, please apply or contact us at 01628 675828!

Nursery Practitioner

**Candidate MUST hold a full and relevant childcare qualification at Level 2 or above**

KiddyKare are currently recruiting for a childcare qualified Nursery Practitioner to become part of a supportive team based in Henley.

This position is paired with a generous salary of up to £27,000 based on a fulltime shift pattern. With the settings very supportive management team, this position has the opportunities in place to progress further in your childcare career, gaining experience, additional qualifications, and promotions.

Benefits include:

  • Promotion scheme.
  • Social events provided by the nursery.
  • Free uniform.
  • Option to work a 4-day week, compressed hours.
  • Welcome bonus. 

The roles and responsibilities will include:

  • Having a key group of children, observing, and recording their development.
  • Plan and carry out age-appropriate activities.
  • Maintain and safe and welcoming environment.
  • Adhering to the nursery policies and procedures always.
  • Building positive and successful relationships with colleagues, children, and carers.

The ideal candidate will have: 

  • A Full and Relevant childcare qualification.
  • Knowledge of Safeguarding and EYFS.
  • First aid, Basic food hygiene and safeguard training desirable.
  • Previous experience working with early years.

 If you think you are the perfect match for this incredible opportunity, please apply and one of our consultants will be more than happy to help you!

Nursery Practitioner

KiddyKare are working with a well-established company who are seeking an experienced and dedicated Nursery Practitioner based in Muswell Hill. With a salary up to £28,000 and attractive benefits, this role could be perfect for you!

The ideal candidate

  • Minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Early Years
  • Demonstrating a strong commitment to quality, safety, and child-centred care
  • Great communication and organisational skills

Strong benefits

  • Generous Salary
  • Supportive management alongside career growth
  • 31 days of annual day, including 3 days of annual leave over the Christmas period
  • Wellbeing day
  • Healthcare support

What you will be doing

  • Promote and maintain high standards of quality within the nursery, with a focus on the environment, resources, and experiences provided to children.
  • Take on key carer responsibilities for assigned children.
  • Ensure all children in the nursery benefit from rich, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate experiences.
  • Plan, prepare, and support children’s activities effectively.
  • In the absence of the Team/Room Leader, oversee and manage the day-to-day running of the environment.
  • Contribute to ensuring that all nursery practices and provisions align with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
  • Support and mentor students and unqualified staff to promote and maintain high-quality childcare practices.

Room Leader

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Room Leader to join a leading nursery provider. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and inspire a team in a nurturing, educational environment, where you will make a significant impact on young children’s development.

About the Role:
As a Room Leader, you will oversee the delivery of age-appropriate activities and curriculum, ensuring the children in your care receive a stimulating, supportive, and inclusive learning experience. You will guide and support a team of practitioners, ensuring high standards of care and learning are achieved across the nursery. Your leadership will foster a positive environment for both the children and your team, ensuring that every child’s progress is tracked and communicated with parents.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning and execution of educational activities, tailored to the children’s age and developmental stage.
  • Create and maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
  • Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration.
  • Ensure children’s development and wellbeing are nurtured, tracking their progress and sharing updates with parents.
  • Take on the role of Key Person, attending to the holistic development and personal care needs of the children in your care.
  • Uphold health and safety standards to maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment for all.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Hold a Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
  • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience (ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Manager, or Senior Practitioner).
  • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
  • Passionate about supporting children’s development and building positive relationships with families.

Additional Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Generous holiday allowance and flexible working patterns.
  • Access to an extensive benefits and wellbeing platform, offering discounts on retailers, wellness resources, and more.
  • Supportive team and career progression opportunities in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and experienced early years practitioner to take the next step in their career and contribute to the development of young learners in a vibrant, supportive nursery setting.

If you're ready to make a positive impact on young children’s lives, apply today!

Room Leader

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Room Leader to join a leading nursery provider. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and inspire a team in a nurturing, educational environment, where you will make a significant impact on young children’s development.

About the Role:
As a Room Leader, you will oversee the delivery of age-appropriate activities and curriculum, ensuring the children in your care receive a stimulating, supportive, and inclusive learning experience. You will guide and support a team of practitioners, ensuring high standards of care and learning are achieved across the nursery. Your leadership will foster a positive environment for both the children and your team, ensuring that every child’s progress is tracked and communicated with parents.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning and execution of educational activities, tailored to the children’s age and developmental stage.
  • Create and maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
  • Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration.
  • Ensure children’s development and wellbeing are nurtured, tracking their progress and sharing updates with parents.
  • Take on the role of Key Person, attending to the holistic development and personal care needs of the children in your care.
  • Uphold health and safety standards to maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment for all.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Hold a Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
  • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience (ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Manager, or Senior Practitioner).
  • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
  • Passionate about supporting children’s development and building positive relationships with families.

Additional Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Generous holiday allowance and flexible working patterns.
  • Access to an extensive benefits and wellbeing platform, offering discounts on retailers, wellness resources, and more.
  • Supportive team and career progression opportunities in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and experienced early years practitioner to take the next step in their career and contribute to the development of young learners in a vibrant, supportive nursery setting.

If you're ready to make a positive impact on young children’s lives, apply today!

Room Leader

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Room Leader to join our warm, welcoming nursery team and lead high-quality practice within one of our rooms.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, child-centred environment where wellbeing, learning, and development are always the priority.

Your Role

  • Lead the day-to-day running of your room, ensuring outstanding care and education
  • Deliver and embed high-quality practice in line with the EYFS framework
  • Plan, implement, and oversee engaging, age-appropriate activities
  • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
  • Observe, assess, and track children’s development accurately
  • Act as a key person and support other key persons within the room
  • Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and carers
  • Support, mentor, and guide room staff to maintain excellent standards
  • Work closely with senior leaders to drive continuous improvement
  • Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies are followed at all times

Safeguarding Responsibilities

  • Promote and uphold a strong safeguarding culture within the nursery
  • Recognise, respond to, and report safeguarding concerns appropriately
  • Follow child protection and online safety procedures
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with GDPR
  • Work in partnership with senior staff to ensure children’s welfare is always prioritised

The Ideal Candidate

  • Level 3 Early Years Qualification (essential)
  • Previous experience in an early years setting, ideally in a senior or leadership role
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
  • Sound knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
  • Paediatric First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)
  • A caring, professional, and proactive approach
  • Confident leadership, communication, and team-building skills
  • A genuine passion for early childhood education

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • Supportive and friendly team environment
  • Clear pathways for career progression
  • The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives every day

Room Leader

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Room Leader to join a leading nursery provider. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and inspire a team in a nurturing, educational environment, where you will make a significant impact on young children’s development.

About the Role:
As a Room Leader, you will oversee the delivery of age-appropriate activities and curriculum, ensuring the children in your care receive a stimulating, supportive, and inclusive learning experience. You will guide and support a team of practitioners, ensuring high standards of care and learning are achieved across the nursery. Your leadership will foster a positive environment for both the children and your team, ensuring that every child’s progress is tracked and communicated with parents.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning and execution of educational activities, tailored to the children’s age and developmental stage.
  • Create and maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
  • Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration.
  • Ensure children’s development and wellbeing are nurtured, tracking their progress and sharing updates with parents.
  • Take on the role of Key Person, attending to the holistic development and personal care needs of the children in your care.
  • Uphold health and safety standards to maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment for all.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Hold a Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
  • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience (ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Manager, or Senior Practitioner).
  • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
  • Passionate about supporting children’s development and building positive relationships with families.

Additional Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Generous holiday allowance and flexible working patterns.
  • Access to an extensive benefits and wellbeing platform, offering discounts on retailers, wellness resources, and more.
  • Supportive team and career progression opportunities in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and experienced early years practitioner to take the next step in their career and contribute to the development of young learners in a vibrant, supportive nursery setting.

If you're ready to make a positive impact on young children’s lives, apply today!

Room Leader

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Room Leader to join our warm, welcoming nursery team and lead high-quality practice within one of our rooms.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, child-centred environment where wellbeing, learning, and development are always the priority.

Your Role

  • Lead the day-to-day running of your room, ensuring outstanding care and education
  • Deliver and embed high-quality practice in line with the EYFS framework
  • Plan, implement, and oversee engaging, age-appropriate activities
  • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
  • Observe, assess, and track children’s development accurately
  • Act as a key person and support other key persons within the room
  • Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and carers
  • Support, mentor, and guide room staff to maintain excellent standards
  • Work closely with senior leaders to drive continuous improvement
  • Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies are followed at all times

Safeguarding Responsibilities

  • Promote and uphold a strong safeguarding culture within the nursery
  • Recognise, respond to, and report safeguarding concerns appropriately
  • Follow child protection and online safety procedures
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with GDPR
  • Work in partnership with senior staff to ensure children’s welfare is always prioritised

The Ideal Candidate

  • Level 3 Early Years Qualification (essential)
  • Previous experience in an early years setting, ideally in a senior or leadership role
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
  • Sound knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
  • Paediatric First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)
  • A caring, professional, and proactive approach
  • Confident leadership, communication, and team-building skills
  • A genuine passion for early childhood education

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • Supportive and friendly team environment
  • Clear pathways for career progression
  • The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives every day
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