Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

The Old Station Nursery Limited; Fareham; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Fareham is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to create a nurturing environment and deliver engaging activities for children. You'll monitor their development milestones and build relationships with families and colleagues. This role offers a competitive salary of £25,937 per year and numerous perks, including a welcome bonus and childcare discounts. Join a committed team in a supportive and inclusive setting!

Benefits

£500 Welcome Bonus

52% Discount on Childcare

31 Days of Holiday

Access to Training

Wellbeing Support

Paid Volunteer Day

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience working with children in a nursery setting is preferred.
• Strong ability to create a nurturing and engaging environment.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children’s development milestones.

Skills

Creativity

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner!

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Manor Lodge, we’re looking for a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you:

• Welcome Bonus: £500 Welcome Bonus!
• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay: £25,937 per annum based on experience (40 hours per week).
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Location: Good Manors Day Nursery Manor Lodge, 3 Church Path, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 7DT

About our Nursery

The Good Manors Day Nursery Manor Lodge team is proud to be an Outstanding Ofsted-rated provision, where children receive excellent care and flourish in a setting unlike any other. The unique setting of our carefully converted grade 2 listed building is often the starting point of many adventures to local points of interest. There is also an area for the children to explore the world around them, with a bug hotel and a vegetable patch. The outside space also houses a space we call “The Lodge Pod”, where children can continue their learning with activities such as mark-making and arts and crafts. The nursery is located on Church Path in the centre of Fareham, alongside the Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. We are conveniently located just off the A27, making the nursery easily accessible. Parking is available to the rear of the nursery building, in the public car park.

What Your Role Involves

As a valued member of our team, you’ll:

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children’s development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
• Support the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.
• Be a team player, offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others

Ready to make a difference? Apply today – we can't wait to hear from you!

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.