Nursery Practitioner

Shorefields; Rochford, Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare provider in Rochford is looking for enthusiastic Early Years practitioners to join their team at Rascals Day Nurseries. The ideal candidates will have a Level 2 or 3 qualification in early years, possess a passion for children's development, and be able to offer creative activities that support learning. This full-time position comes with a pay range of £20,800 to £26,000, as well as ongoing support in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children learn and develop.
• Good knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Ability to plan and provide development-promoting activities.
• Must adapt to changing nursery environments.

Responsibilities

• Work with children to facilitate their learning and development.
• Promote children's independence and well-being.
• Plan and provide engaging activities for children.

Skills

Passion for child development

Knowledge of EYFS

Ability to plan activities

Initiative

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC415045-6S Position Type: Early Years Pay Range: 20,800-26,000

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

Application Close: 15/02/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: as applications received

Rascals Day Nurseries are established busy day nurseries located in the areas of Barling Magna and Leigh on Sea and are looking for practitioners to join our teams.

We are currently seeking practitioners to work at our Leigh on Sea branch

An ideal candidate should be passionate in helping children learn and develop ensuring the promotion of independance and wellbeing. They should have a good knowledge of EYFS and be able to plan and provide activities to promote development. The candidate should be able to have iniative and be able to adapt to the ever changing nursery day.

Applicants should hold ideally a Level 2 or 3 qualification and will be subject to suitability checks including a full DBS check and references.

The nursery is open 52 weeks of the year excluding Bank holidays. Our opening hours are 7am - 7pm

Interviews will take place as applicants apply.

Information about the School

Rascals Day Nursery are located in the areas of Leigh on Sea and Barling Magna. Both nurseries operate 52 weeks of the year 7am until 7pm. Rascals are committed to providing 'Outstanding' childcare for children from birth to 11 years.

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.

Julie Davis
400 Little Wakering Road
The Old School
Barling, Southend-On-Sea
Essex, SS3 0LN
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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