About the Role
Our Senior Nursery Practitioner is an experienced early years professional who provides high‑quality care and education to young children while also taking on leadership responsibilities within the nursery. You will serve as a role model for colleagues and help maintain the standards of care and learning in the nursery.
Why Join Tops Day Nurseries?
At Tops Day Nurseries, we’ve been shaping futures since 1990. As the UK’s largest employee‑owned childcare group, we value people as key to success. With 38 nursery sites across the South of England we provide outstanding early years education and childcare. We are proud to be recognised as a World’s Happiest Workplace 2025 and a Top 10 Apprenticeship Employer in the UK (2024).
Location and Compensation
Location: Wimborne, Dorset, United Kingdom
Job type: Full Time Permanent
Salary: £13.30 per hour
Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week
What does the role involve?
* Deliver outstanding childcare that promotes children’s safety, well‑being and development.
* Support children’s learning through age‑appropriate activities and play that meet developmental milestones.
* Observe and assess children’s progress and maintain detailed records to ensure that each child’s needs are met.
* Lead and guide nursery practitioners, assistants and apprentices within the room or nursery.
* Ensure learning activities are tailored to the individual needs of each child and encourage their cognitive, emotional and social development.
* Assist the Room Manager or Nursery Manager in maintaining the smooth operation of the room or nursery.
What are we looking for?
* A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification.
* Extensive experience working in a nursery or childcare setting.
* Solid knowledge of the EYFS.
* Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.
Important Safeguarding Information
* Hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (cost, if applicable).
* Be eligible to work in regulated roles – not on the Children’s Barred List.
* Successfully complete background and reference checks.
Benefits
* £700 Welcome Bonus.
* Relocation support up to £3,000 (T&C apply; not cumulative).
* Up to 60% childcare discount at Tops Day Nurseries.
* Exclusive discounts & rewards via Blue Light Card and Each Person platform.
* Health & wellbeing support – NHS prescriptions, optical care & dental treatment.
* A generous holiday allowance, including birthday off and a wellbeing day.
Apply Now
Excited to make a difference? Take the next step in your career and join Tops Day Nurseries. Apply today.
At Tops Day Nurseries, we are an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
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