Early Years Practitioner


Company:	Warwick Independent Schools Foundation
Salary:	£26,437 to £28,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leamington Spa, CV32 5RD
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Oct 2026
Closing date:	26 Nov 2026

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Summary

Kingsley Explorers are seeking Early Years Practitioners to join the founding team of our new all year round nursery. This is an exciting opportunity to help establish a nurturing, high quality environment that supports children’s learning, development and wellbeing from day one.

Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Plus: Join, Stay, Grow Recruitment & Retention Award of up to £1,500

Hours: Full time or part-time, all year round

Location: Kingsley Explorers Nursery

Join, Stay, Grow Award – Up to £1,500

Kingsley Explorers Nursery is investing in building an exceptional Early Years team.

Eligible qualified practitioners can receive:

£500 on starting employment

£500 after 12 months' service

£500 after 24 months' service

We are looking for passionate practitioners who want to build a long-term career and help establish an outstanding nursery from the very beginning.

Terms and conditions apply.

What We Offer

A competitive salary of up to £28,000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. Generous annual leave, enhanced maternity pay benefits, pension provision, wellbeing support and employee assistance programme. High‑quality CPD, professional supervision and the opportunity to develop your career within a new setting.

Job Details

Job type: Full time or part‑time, all year round

Reports to: Lead Practitioner (Room Leader)

Location: Kingsley Explorers Nursery

Purpose of the Role

To deliver high‑quality care and education for children in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework, supporting their learning, development and wellbeing. The postholder will contribute to planning, observation and assessment, while building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Should you wish to apply for this role, please click on 'Apply' button and complete both parts of application form and submit.

Deadline for submission of application : Friday 18th December at 12pm, may close sooner if suitable applicants found. We therefore encourage early applications.

Interviews: Suitable candidates who meet the essential criteria will be invited to interview on a rolling basis.