Base pay range
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Job type: Full Time Permanent
Salary: £14.10 Hour
Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week
Note: This range is provided by Tops Day Nurseries. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
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 know that valuing people is the key to success. When you join us, you become more than an employee you become a co-owner with a voice, opportunities to grow, and a share in our success.
With 38 nursery sites across the South of England, we provide outstanding early years education and childcare for babies, toddlers, and preschool children. With opportunities for Apprenticeship, Nursery practitioners, Nursery Managers & Casual staff, we are always looking for passionate individuals to join us.
We’re proud to be recognised as a World’s Happiest Workplace 2025 and one of the Top 10 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK (2024).
About The Role
Our Nursery Practitioners look after the educational and social development of babies and young children up to the age of five. Their primary duties include providing children with a safe environment to learn, helping them to develop basic social and behavioural skills and engaging them in age-appropriate play activities. In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who work in our Nurseries.
About The Nursery
Tops Southsea Nursery is a 60 place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Bruce Road, Southsea. The nursery runs several extra-curricular activities including Tops Forest School, cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, meditation and much more!
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family.
* Up to 60% childcare discount at Tops Day Nurseries
* Exclusive discounts & rewards via Blue Light Card and Each Person platform (gyms, cinema, shopping, travel & many more)
* Health & wellbeing support - NHS prescriptions, optical care & dental treatment
* A generous holiday allowance - including your birthday off & a wellbeing day
As well as many more exciting benefits. You can view the full list on our page or Careers website.
What does the role involve?
* Providing day-to-day care, including feeding, changing diapers, and helping children with toilet training. They also ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating environment.
* Developing and leading fun, age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development, focusing on social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills.
* Observing children’s development and identifying any areas of concern. They help children develop their motor skills, language, and social interactions through play and structured learning.
* Ensuring that children are safe and emotionally supported. They create an atmosphere that encourages children to explore and learn independently.
* Keeping records of each child’s progress, including documenting milestones, behaviours, and developmental needs, in line with the EYFS framework in the UK.
* Maintaining regular communication with parents or guardians about their child’s progress, needs, and any concerns that arise.
What are we looking for?
* A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification is required.
* Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures
Important Safeguarding Information
Because this role involves regulated activity with children, all candidates must:
* Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. If you don’t yet have one, you’ll need to cover the cost.
* Be eligible to work in regulated roles - not on the Children’s Barred List.
* Successfully complete background and reference checks.
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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Note: This listing reflects general information about the role and services provided by Tops Day Nurseries.
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