Early Years Practitioner – Level 2 or 3 Location: Huddersfield area (HD3) Salary: £12.90 per hour Hours: Tuesday–Friday | 9:00am–3:30pm Contract: Fixed term – Maternity Cover (may lead to a permanent role for the right candidate) We are looking for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join a small, friendly nursery for a maternity cover position. This is a perfect opportunity for someone who loves working with young children and wants to make a real difference in a supportive, team-focused environment. Immediate start. The Role * Supporting children under 2 years old * Delivering high-quality early years care and learning * Planning and delivering activities for small groups * Working collaboratively with colleagues to create a nurturing and engaging environment * Supporting children’s positive development and wellbeing The Setting * Small, welcoming nursery with 3 rooms * 35 children on roll * Team that is passionate, supportive, and committed to helping children thrive * Good bus links: approx. 20 minutes outside town * Onsite parking available What We’re Looking For * Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification * Genuine passion for working with young children * Positive, flexible, and proactive approach * Team player who thrives in a small, supportive environment * Commitment to delivering high-quality early years practice Pay & Benefits * £12.90 per hour * Pro-rata 28 days holiday * Free onsite parking * Staff childcare discount * Opportunities for additional CPD and progression depending on career aspirations Interview Process * Single interview (up to 1.5 hours) including a planned activity delivered to a group of children If you are a passionate Early Years Practitioner looking for a hands-on role in a small, nurturing setting, we’d love to hear from you