Senior Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) – Full Time | Leadership Opportunity
Location: Shooting Stars Nursery, Hinckley, LE10 1AD
Salary: £14.60 per hour
Hours: Full‑time | 40 hours per week
Are you an experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner ready to take the next step in your career?
At Shooting Stars Nursery HInckley, we’re proud to offer a supportive, well‑resourced environment where experienced practitioners are truly valued. We’re now looking for a Senior Nursery Practitioner to work alongside our Room Leader, supporting high‑quality practice, mentoring colleagues and helping shape an outstanding Early Years experience for children and families.
This role is ideal if you’re confident in the EYFS, passionate about child‑centred care, and ready to develop your leadership skills without stepping away from hands‑on practice.
Your Role as Senior Nursery Practitioner
You’ll play a key role in maintaining high standards across the room while supporting the Room Leader and development of others.
You will:
* Support the Room Leader in delivering outstanding EYFS‑led practice
* Act as a Key Person, building strong, trusting relationships with children and families
* Lead, support and inspire colleagues, students and apprentices
* Contribute to planning engaging, inclusive activities aligned with children’s interests
* Maintain high‑quality observations, assessments and learning journeys
* Promote a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment at all times
* Support children with SEND, working alongside external professionals where required
* Contribute to Ofsted readiness, reflective practice and continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a skilled and committed professional who brings confidence, warmth and leadership to the nursery team.
You’ll need:
* Level 3 Early Years qualification (full & relevant)
* Proven experience in a children’s day nursery
* Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and child protection
* Experience supporting children with SEND
* Confidence in guiding, mentoring and supporting others
* A genuine passion for high‑quality, child‑centred early years practice
Why Join Shooting Stars Hinckley?
We know experienced practitioners stay where they feel supported, respected and able to grow.
Our benefits include:
* Competitive hourly pay with annual salary & benefits reviews
* 50% childcare discount
* Generous paid holiday allowance that increases with service
* Funded training, CPD and clear career progression pathways
* Flexible employment contracts to support work‑life balance
* Mental Health First Aid support & Employee Assistance Programme
* Free uniform and enhanced DBS
* Dedicated staff break room with snacks
* Monthly GEM Awards, team socials and annual recognition events
Safeguarding Commitment
Shooting Stars Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant pre‑employment checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and applicants must disclose all convictions, including those regarded as spent.
Vacancy Reference: HK SNN 15.04.26
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