Full Time Nursery Practitioner

Shorefields; Kelvedon Hatch; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A unique outdoor nursery in Kelvedon Hatch is recruiting passionate and experienced Level 2 and Level 3 qualified teachers. Candidates will promote safeguarding and assist in planning curriculum activities while working closely with children and parents. The role requires strong teamwork and a commitment to inclusivity and diversity in education. This full-time, permanent position includes a good pay rate, holiday entitlement, and opportunities for training.

Benefits

Staff uniform

Good rate of pay

Good holiday entitlement

Access to online training

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS Check is required.
• First Aid Certificate is needed.
• Driving licence required due to the location.

Responsibilities

• Promote and support the safeguarding of children.
• Ensure nursery policies and procedures are followed.
• Assist in planning curriculum activities.
• Set up rooms based on children's interests.
• Liaise closely with parents and meet children's needs.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate as a team.
• Experience in working with young children is essential.

Skills

Knowledgeable

Inclusive

Nurturing

Flexible approach

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC248665-4 Position Type: Teacher 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
• Ensure nursery policies and procedures are observed at all times
• 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

Qualifications & Requirements

• 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.