Nursery Assistant - Permanent

Nursery Practitioner - Full Time (Permanent)

📍 Location: Sandbach

📅 Start Date: ASAP

📄 Contract: Permanent | Full Time (40 Hours Per Week)

⏰ Hours: 40 hours per week, worked over 5 days between 7:30am and 6:30pm

Premier Education Ltd are currently working in partnership with a friendly and well-established nursery who are looking to recruit a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join their team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about early years education and enjoys helping young children learn, grow, and thrive in a nurturing environment. Whether you're just beginning your childcare career or are an experienced practitioner, the nursery is committed to supporting your professional development.

Applications are welcomed from unqualified candidates who are keen to gain their Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications, Level 2 qualified practitioners looking to progress to Level 3, and qualified Level 3 Nursery Practitioners.

If you're enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to build a long-term career in childcare, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Support the learning and development of children aged 0-5 years in line with the EYFS framework
Create a safe, caring, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive
Plan and take part in engaging play-based learning activities
Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
Support children's daily routines, including mealtimes, personal care, and outdoor play
Observe children's progress and contribute to learning journals where appropriate
Work as part of a supportive and friendly nursery team

Requirements

A genuine passion for working with young children
Applications welcomed from:
Unqualified candidates willing to complete a Level 2 and Level 3 qualification
Level 2 qualified practitioners willing to progress to Level 3
Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioners
Good communication and teamwork skills
A positive, caring, and reliable attitude
Previous nursery experience is desirable but not essential for unqualified applicants
Ability to provide two references covering the last two years of employment history
An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

What's on Offer?

Permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week)
Support to gain recognised childcare qualifications
Opportunities for career progression within the nursery
A welcoming and supportive team environment
Ongoing training and professional development
The opportunity to make a real difference to children's early learning and development

How to Apply

If you're looking for a rewarding career in early years education and want to join a nursery that invests in its staff, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV to apply.

The successful candidate will have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of the recruitment process.

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