Nursery Practitioner


Company:	Willing Care Recruitment Limited
Salary:	from £29,900 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Chelmsford
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	20 Oct 2026
Closing date:	19 Nov 2026

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Summary

Nursery Practitioner – Level 2 or Level 3

Up to £29,900 per Annum | 40 Hours per Week

Beautiful Green Surroundings | Cosy Nursery Environment | Excellent Benefits

Surrounded by beautiful green spaces, this lovely nursery offers a peaceful, welcoming environment where children are encouraged to explore, build confidence and develop a love of learning.

The nursery itself has a cosy, homely feel, with natural materials and thoughtfully designed learning spaces that encourage curiosity, creativity and independence. Every area has been created with children's development in mind, giving them opportunities to discover new interests, develop skills and learn through play.

We're looking for a caring and enthusiastic Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a supportive Early Years team that values meaningful interactions, child-led learning and high-quality childcare.

What's On Offer

• Training and development opportunities

• Enhanced parental leave

• Sick pay

• Team events

• Wellbeing programme

• Annual leave increasing with length of service

• Discounted childcare

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS

• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences

• Encourage children's confidence, independence and curiosity

• Make the most of the nursery's natural resources and thoughtfully designed learning spaces

• Support children's individual interests and developmental milestones

• Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment

• Observe, assess and record children's progress

• Build positive relationships with parents and carers

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care

• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery procedures

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL264554/JG

Essential requirements

What We're Looking For • A full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification – essential • Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting • Good understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development • A passion for play-based learning and supporting children's individual interests • Confidence planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities • A creative approach to using natural materials and learning resources • Strong communication and teamwork skills • A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach

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