Are you looking for a new challenge in your childcare career? Do you want to combine your passion for giving children the best start in life with a rewarding career path?
Supply Star Little Learners is working in partnership with an award‑winning nursery chain in Shrewsbury. They are searching for Level 3 (and above) qualified Early Years Professionals to support outstanding care and education for young children aged 0‑5 years. Numerous vacancies are available, so you can grow and evolve in your career!
Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
Level 3 Nursery Practitioners create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment, ensuring each child’s individual needs are met inline with the EYFS.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver engaging activities that support developmental milestones in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
* Maintain accurate records of children’s progress and daily activities in their learning folders.
* Supervise children during play, mealtimes, and rest, ensuring strict compliance with health and safety and safeguarding regulations.
* Foster positive partnerships with parents, carers, and colleagues through effective communication.
Deputy Nursery Manager
Supporting the Nursery Manager in overseeing day‑to‑day operations, ensuring high‑quality care, and maintaining compliance with EYFS and Ofsted standards.
* Assist with staff rosters, recruitment, induction, and performance management.
* Deputise in the manager’s absence, ensuring operational continuity.
* Ensure strict adherence to EYFS, health and safety legislation, and safeguarding policies.
* Monitor and improve the quality of care and education, striving for “Outstanding” inspections.
* Build positive relationships with parents and carers, handling enquiries and feedback.
* Maintain accurate children’s records, registers, and operational action plans.
Requirements
* Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
* Level 3 Paediatric First Aid qualification (desirable).
* English GCSE grade C/4+ (if qualified after September 2014).
* Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework.
* A caring, enthusiastic, and child‑centred approach.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Minimum 1 year leadership experience as Third in Charge / Senior Nursery Educator (for Deputy role).
* Clear enhanced DBS certificate (all roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check; £63 if not on the current service).
* Two satisfactory references.
Benefits
* Competitive salary (dependent upon experience).
* A supportive and welcoming environment.
* Free continuous CPD.
* Opportunities for career growth and progression.
Hours of Work
Full time, Monday‑Friday.
Safeguarding & DBS
Supply Star Little Learners Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people, and adults. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS (£63 if not on the current service) and two satisfactory references.
Supply Star Recruitment can support you in obtaining an enhanced DBS certificate at a cost of £63.
Application instructions: at Supply Star Little Learners Recruitment, we look forward to hearing from you amazing professionals!
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