Unqualified Nursery Practitioner

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

Job summary

A community-focused nursery in England is looking for a Nursery Practitioner to create a nurturing environment for children. The role involves planning engaging activities, supporting children's development, and maintaining safety and hygiene standards. Ideal candidates have experience in childcare and are dedicated to fostering a positive atmosphere. The nursery offers benefits like free childcare for the first month and generous holiday. This is an opportunity to positively impact children's lives while growing in a supportive team.

Benefits

Free childcare for the first month

52% discount on childcare

31 days of holiday

Access to training and development

Wellbeing support

Volunteer day off yearly

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a childcare setting would be beneficial.
• No specific qualifications are required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, nurturing environment for children.
• Plan engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor children's developmental milestones.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety.

Skills

Experience in a childcare setting

Creativity

Enthusiasm

Teamwork

Job description

Join Our Team as a Nursery Practitioner!

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

No qualifications rare equired for this role - Previous experience working in a childcare setting would be beneficial.

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:

• 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: £25,396 per annum based on experience.

Working Hours: Monday - Friday - 40 hours per week

Location: The Old Station Nursery Iver, 62 High Street, Iver, Buckinghamshire, SL0 9NG

About our Nursery

The Old Station Nursery Iver, conveniently located on Iver High Street, has been a part of the local community for over 20 years. Iver is a lovely two-storey nursery is set within a converted church building, with a well‑resourced outdoor area, encouraging an active lifestyle and outdoor play. At The Old Station Nursery Iver, we offer excellent nursery care with the addition of three distinct learning enhancements for our children; these are child‑friendly cooking classes and language lessons, both delivered in a Montessori inspired way that fosters strong connections between children and the world around them. The nursery is easily accessible with plenty of parking available off street. The staff wellbeing is most paramount and all staff are supported well in stepping up to their next roles with tailored training in place to reach best potential in their professional journey. We celebrate the team spirit and are so very proud of our wonderful team.

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.

Excited to take the next step in your career? Apply today – we’d love 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.