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At Juniors Day Nursery in Boughton Monchelsea, we believe every child deserves a place where they can truly shine. Set in a beautifully converted oast house surrounded by nature, our nursery is a haven for curiosity, creativity, and joyful learning.
We’re looking for a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner (level 2 or 3 qualified) to join our passionate team and help us deliver exceptional care and education to children aged 3 months to 5 years.
Your Role
As a Nursery Practitioner, You’ll
* Support children’s development through tailored planning and play-based learning
* Deliver engaging activities that reflect each child’s interests and developmental stage
* Build strong, trusting relationships with families and keep them involved in their child’s journey
* Collaborate with your room team to create a safe, organised, and joyful environment
* Uphold safeguarding and health & safety standards with confidence and care
Whether you’re in our cosy baby room, lively toddler spaces, or our adventurous preschool building with free-flow garden access, you’ll be part of a setting where children are encouraged to be themselves.
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll be someone who lives and breathes our SHINE values:
Support
* Honesty
* Inspiration
* Nurturing
* Empowerment
We’re Looking For
* A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare
* A solid understanding of child development and the EYFS framework
* A commitment to safeguarding and emotional wellbeing
* Creativity, initiative, and a genuine love for working with children
* Previous nursery experience is a bonus—but passion and potential matter most
Rewarding Careers
Here at Happy Days we’re building a workplace where our colleagues thrive.
We believe that when our colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired, they can truly thrive—and so can the children in their care. That’s why our employee reward and benefits programme is carefully curated to reflect our SHINE values: Support, Honesty, Inspire, Nurture, and Empower.
We offer a range of meaningful benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. Our benefits aren’t just perks—they’re part of a culture that puts people first. They support us build a workplace where you’re empowered to thrive every day and where you’ll feel valued.
* Salary up to £13.00 per hour
* 50% childcare discount
* Blue Light Card Membership
* Life Assurance
* Christmas On Us – Up to 4 gifted days off during Christmas closedown
* Health and Wellbeing services through SPARK
* Ongoing professional development and career growth
* A supportive, inclusive team culture
* A chance to be part of a nursery where children are truly at the heart of everything we do
“Happy Days Nurseries are committed to the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care, as such the successful post holder will be required to undergo a robust vetting process, including an enhanced DBS Check and Reference History Checks”
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