Early Years Practitioner – Treetops Outdoor Nursery, Farnley - close to Otley.
Chapter One Childcare – Inspiring Young Minds, Naturally.
Do you love the outdoors? Are you passionate about early years education?
Join the team at Treetops Outdoor Nursery in Farnley – rated Outstanding by Ofsted – where the forest is your classroom and every day brings new adventures in nature.
We are looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner who thrives in outdoor environments and delights in creating enriching, child-led learning experiences for 3–5-year-olds.
Why Join an Outstanding Nursery?
Treetops Outdoor Nursery is part of the Chapter One Childcare family and proud to be recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding, reflecting our high standards of care, education, and innovation in early years learning.
Here, children learn through exploration, play, and meaningful connections with nature in our private woodland setting. As a practitioner, you’ll enjoy the freedom to teach creatively, follow the children’s interests, and spend your days outdoors in all seasons.
Working in nature brings real wellbeing benefits for both children and staff—boosting energy, reducing stress, and creating truly memorable learning experiences.
What We Offer:
£13.82 per hour – Competitive pay for a meaningful and rewarding role
4-day working week – Enjoy better work-life balance and long weekends
Generous holiday allowance – Including time off over Christmas.
Outdoor clothing allowance – We provide all-weather gear so you’re ready year-round
50% childcare discount – Because we support our team’s families too
Paid training & CPD – Access to 100+ online courses and development pathways
Pension scheme & wellbeing support – Including access to counselling services
Supportive, friendly team – Be part of a collaborative and inspiring environment
Who We’re Looking For:
Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) – Essential to apply
A true passion for outdoor learning and the confidence to work in all weathers
Strong knowledge of the EYFS and ability to meet Ofsted standards
A nurturing, creative, and reflective practitioner
Great team player with excellent communication and organisational skills
About Treetops Outdoor Nursery:
Our Outstanding-rated woodland nursery in Farnley gives children the freedom to explore, discover, and grow in a natural setting. From storytelling around the fire to bug hunts, den-building, and nature crafts—each day is packed with opportunity for rich, hands-on learning.
We believe in the power of nature to spark curiosity, build resilience, and foster deep connections between children, their environment, and the people around them.
Ready to Swap Four Walls for Forests?
If you're a passionate Early Years Practitioner excited about outdoor education and inspiring young minds through nature-based learning, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of something truly special.
Because at Treetops, we don’t just nurture children—we grow educators too.