Full Time Nursery Practitioner

Shorefields; Kelvedon Hatch; On-site; GBP 18,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A unique outdoor nursery in Kelvedon Hatch is seeking passionate and experienced Level 2 and Level 3 qualified practitioners. The ideal candidates will actively support the safeguarding of children and assist in the curriculum planning while maintaining the high standards of care. Applicants should have the appropriate qualifications, a friendly approach, and a commitment to diversity. Benefits include staff uniform, competitive pay, and access to online training resources. Join a team dedicated to quality outdoor education.

Benefits

Staff uniform

Good rate of pay

Good holiday entitlement

Access to NoodleNow online training

Qualifications

• Level 2 and Level 3 qualified practitioners required.
• Driver’s license needed due to remote nursery location.
• Commitment to learn and adhere to nursery policies.

Responsibilities

• Promote and support children's safeguarding.
• Assist with planning of the curriculum.
• Act as a key person for a small group of children.

Skills

Knowledge of safeguarding children

Experience working with young children

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Friendly and flexible approach

Commitment to diversity and equal opportunities

Education

Level 2 qualification

Level 3 qualification

Tools

First Aid Certificate

Enhanced DBS Check

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC248665-6S Position Type: Early Years Pay Range: Dependent on Experience

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 01/03/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Flexible

Hopscotch Day Nursery in Kelvedon Hatch are recruiting!

We are looking for passionate, creative and experienced Level 2 and Level 3 qualified practitioners.

We are a unique, outdoor nursery who are passionate about quality outdoor learning. Here at Hopscotch Day nursery, our staff, children and families are KIND:
K - knowledgeable.
I - inclusive.
N - nurturing.
D - driven.

If the above sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Main Duties

• Actively promote and support the safeguarding of children within the setting
• Ensuring nursery policies and procedures are observed at all
• Assist with planning of the curriculum and individual child's planning
• Help set up rooms according to planning and children's interest
• Act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely with parents / carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to work as a team
• Experience of working with young children
• Commitment to diversity and equal opportunities
• Friendly, flexible approach
• Enhanced DBS Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Driving licence due to the remote location of the nursery

(If you do not have these, the setting will place you on an appropriate course)

You will also receive

• Staff uniform
• Good rate of pay
• Good holiday entitlement
• Access to NoodleNow (online training)

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.