Location: Gravesend area
Salary: Up to £14.16 per hour + £1,000 Welcome Bonus
Hours: Full Time | 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday
Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming and well-established nursery setting in the Gravesend area.
This is a fantastic role for an experienced Early Years professional looking to take the next step, supporting the delivery of high-quality care and education while acting as a role model within the team.
The setting offers a stimulating, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, create, and develop a love of learning through play-based experiences, both indoors and outdoors.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver engaging and high-quality learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework
* Support children’s development through play, exploration, and daily routines
* Act as a role model, demonstrating best practice across the team
* Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and their families
* Support a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment
* Ensure high standards of safeguarding, care, and wellbeing are maintained
Requirements
* Level 3 Early Years qualification
* Experience working across all Early Years age groups
* Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* A genuine passion for child development and care
Benefits
* £1,000 welcome bonus
* Performance-related bonus
* 50% childcare discount
* Enhanced annual leave and paid sick pay
* Annual wellbeing day
* Access to early pay options
* Health & wellbeing support packages
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities
* Supportive, inclusive working environment
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking early years provider that values quality, creativity, and professional development. The setting promotes a collaborative culture where staff are encouraged to grow and contribute to a positive team environment.
Safeguarding
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references
Salary description
£14.25 - £14.25 per hour