Nursery Practitioner – Brentwood, Essex Salary: £25,000 – £28,000 per year (depending on qualification and experience) Contract: Full time over 4 or 5 days. Staff Benefits Competitive salary up to £28,000 Funded training and CPD opportunities Career progression pathways Holiday entitlement increasing with service Discounted childcare (subject to availability) Regular team events, wellbeing initiatives, and staff recognition awards Friendly and approachable management with an open-door policy Are you an enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner or Early Years Educator looking for your next exciting opportunity in Brentwood, Essex? We’re working with a nursery who have a warm, supportive, and long-standing team of childcare professionals and they're now looking for a Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Practitioner to join them. If you love creating magical learning moments, don’t mind getting a little muddy during outdoor play, and believe in learning through fun, then this could be the perfect role for you! About the Nursery We provide a nurturing, engaging, and safe environment where every child can flourish. The setting offers enriching experiences, creative play opportunities, and strong community links. They believe in putting both children and staff at the heart of everything they do; supporting wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance. What You’ll Be Doing Supporting children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS Delivering high-quality care in a stimulating environment Planning and implementing engaging activities to encourage growth and curiosity Safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare at all times Building strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Observing and recording children’s progress and sharing updates with senior staff What They're Looking For Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent) Experience working in a Nursery or Early Years setting Knowledge of the EYFS and child development A warm, caring, and creative approach to working with young children Excellent communication and teamwork skills Commitment to continuous professional development Desirable Paediatric First Aid certificate SEN or Behaviour Management training Experience supporting children with additional needs If you’re passionate about early years education and want to join a friendly, forward-thinking team in Brentwood, apply today and take the next step in your childcare career