From mighty dinosaur stomps and lightning-fast car races to lovingly wrapped-up dolls and the cosiest story times, every single day at The Big Bird Nursery is bursting with energy, imagination, and heart. In our busy, joy-filled nursery, no two moments are the same and that's exactly how we like it
We're on the lookout for a qualified Nursery Practitioner who thrives in the wonderful whirlwind of Early Years life. Someone who spots the magic in the everyday, a child's first brave step, a proudly engineered car ramp, a dinosaur tea party in full swing, or a doll being comforted with the gentlest of care. If you believe that play is powerful, relationships are everything, and learning flourishes when children feel safe, valued, and celebrated, you'll fit right in.
You'll be joining a warm, experienced, and supportive team in a vibrant, well-resourced nursery where curiosity leads the way. Whether it's wheels, wobbly dolls, messy mud kitchens, or prehistoric adventures, every interest becomes an exciting opportunity to learn.
About the Role
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:
* Create a nurturing, stimulating environment where children feel confident to explore, take risks, imagine boldly, and express themselves freely
* Champion child-led learning from dinosaur excavations and high-speed car tracks to immersive role play and captivating storytelling
* Build strong, secure attachments through a thoughtful and meaningful key person approach
* Inspire communication, independence, and social development through everyday routines and playful interactions
* Work in close partnership with families and colleagues to support each child's unique learning journey
* Bring positivity, creativity, and fresh ideas to a collaborative, fast-paced nursery team
Why Join Us?
We know that when practitioners feel valued and supported, children truly thrive. That's why we celebrate teamwork, invest in professional growth, and make space for wellbeing alongside all the laughter and learning.
Our benefits include:
* Access to MO, our internal platform for sharing special MOments of achievement, learning, and joy
* At least 60% childcare discount for team members
* 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays and Christmas closure
* An extra day off for your birthday plus a dedicated wellbeing day
* Flexible working options, including 4- or 5-day week patterns
* Paid maternity leave after two years' service
* INSET days focused on training, development, and team connection
* Sovereign Healthcare Programme (after 3 months) and Employee Assistance Programme
* Exclusive access to high street discounts
About The Big Bird Nursery
The Big Bird Nursery is a bright, purpose-built setting designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Our inspiring spaces invite children to build, investigate, pretend, explore, and care all guided by a passionate team who genuinely love what they do.
As part of the award-winning CC Nurseries Group, we're proud to offer high-quality training, clear career progression pathways, and the support of a wider Early Years community that champions outstanding practice and continuous professional development.
Ready to Join the Adventure?
If you're energised by busy playrooms, muddy dinosaurs, bustling car tracks, much-loved dolls, and the privilege of shaping young lives every single day, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Big Bird Nursery story, where big imaginations grow and little learners soar.
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