Nursery Practitioner-Level 2

Tops Day Nurseries Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Lymington seeks a Nursery Practitioner for a full-time role. Candidates should hold a Level 2 Early Years Qualification and have a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures. Responsibilities include providing care, developing activities for children's learning, and maintaining communication with parents. The role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including childcare discounts and health support.

Benefits

Up to 60% childcare discount

Exclusive discounts via Blue Light Card

Health and wellbeing support

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Level 2 Early Years Qualification.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day care for children.
• Developing and leading fun activities.
• Observing children’s development.
• Ensuring children are safe and supported.
• Keeping records of each child’s progress.

Skills

Child Development

Safeguarding Procedures

Education

Level 2 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Overview

Nursery Practitioner‑Level 2 role at Tops Day Nurseries – Lymington, Hampshire, United Kingdom. Full‑time permanent, 35 hours per week, salary £12.87 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Providing day‑to‑day care, including feeding, changing diapers, toilet training and ensuring a safe, clean environment.
• Developing and leading fun, age‑appropriate activities that promote learning and development in social, emotional, physical and cognitive areas.
• Observing children’s development, identifying concerns and supporting motor, language and social growth through play and structured learning.
• Ensuring children are safe and emotionally supported in a nurturing environment.
• Keeping records of each child’s progress – milestones, behaviours and developmental needs in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Maintaining regular communication with parents or guardians about progress, needs and any concerns.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Level 2 Early Years Qualification.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Important Safeguarding Information

• Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service; candidates may need to cover the cost.
• Eligible to work in regulated roles – not on the Children’s Barred List.
• Successfully complete background and reference checks.

Benefits

• Up to 60% childcare discount at Tops Day Nurseries.
• Exclusive discounts & rewards via Blue Light Card and Each Person platform.
• Health & wellbeing support – NHS prescriptions, optical care, dental treatment.
• Generous holiday allowance – including birthday off and a wellbeing day.

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