Nursery Practitioner


Company:	Stepping Stones Nurseries Ltd
Salary:	£12.71 - £13
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Manchester, M41 9FJ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	10 Jul 2026
Closing date:	9 Aug 2026

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Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our highly regarded Stepping Stones Day Nursery Team in Urmston as a Nursery Practitioner.

If you have a passion for seeing children flourish and thrive, have an abundance of energy and creativity, the desire to work in an environment where no two days are the same but are all always fun, then this is the role for you!

What We Offer

•Competitive Salary & Welcome Bonus

80% Childcare Discount for your own little stars

Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme

Long Service Awards

Internal Training Team

Career Progression

Friendly, Talented Team Culture

Fully Funded Qualifications

Refer-a-Friend Bonuses

Free Uniform

Increased holiday entitlement post probation

Birthday Gift

Free Meals & Snacks

Blue Light Eligibility

PFA Funding

Funded Teams Events

Key Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, and plan effectively in order to deliver outstanding learning opportunities and exceptional care for children in the early years.

• Provide high standards of quality within the nursery including the environment, resources, and experiences offered to the children so they can access continuous provision, play, learn and develop.

• To safeguard and promote the health, safety, and welfare of children.

• To be aware of the signs of abuse and neglect and how to report these.

• To have a great knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements.

• To liaise with external agencies and parents to provide the best care for children.

• To work as part of a team, communicating effectively to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and giving support to other team members wherever needed.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

Full and relevant DfE recognised childcare qualification at Level 2 or above such as, NNEB, NVQ or Early Years Educator as a minimum requirement.

If you are successful with your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Enhanced Application or present a current DBS Certificate that has been registered to the DBS Subscription Update Service.

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