Early Years Practitioner (26/023)
£25,250 FTE ( £12,488.51 pro rata per annum)
21 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Permanent
Location: Little Stars Day Nursery
The Little Stars Day Nursery is part of the TEC Partnership, which is a large, innovative, dynamic and financially sound organisation.
We are now offering a fantastic opportunity to join The Little Stars Day Nursery in the role of Early Years Practitioner. If you are a team player who is passionate about helping learners reach their full potential, then we want to hear from you!
About The Role
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate Level 2/3 early years’ practitioner to join our friendly team within a very busy established nursery. You must have a full and relevant Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with children from birth to five years’ old and enhancing their learning and development. The person will need to be a strong team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a large setting, prioritising workloads and managing tasks. Knowledge of tapestry is also an advantage.
The hours will be Monday, Thursday, Friday 11:30‑2:30 and Tuesday & Wednesday 11:30‑5:30 term time only.
About The Person
* Hold a full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
* Have a good understanding of safeguarding (a safeguarding qualification is desirable).
* Ideally have SEN training and paediatric first aid (desirable but not essential).
* Show professionalism at all times.
* Hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (desirable but not essential; training will be provided).
* Be a positive, fun individual with a good sense of humour and a bubbly personality.
What We Offer
In return for your skills and experience, we can offer you access to a wide range of Group benefits, such as:
* Pension Membership
* Christmas Closure Days
* Occupational sick pay scheme (higher than statute)*
* Occupational Maternity/Adoption pay (higher than statute)*
* Life Assurance Scheme and Death Grant
* 24‑hour Employee Helpline – Free and confidential
* Cycle to Work
* Saving Schemes
* Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan – monthly payments
* UNUM Dental Cash Plan – monthly payments
* Staff discounts on campus e.g., Hair & Beauty/ Bakery/ Gym etc
If having read the job description you are interested in this role, please press the “Apply Online” button and send us your application.
The closing date for this advert is 29th March 2026.
The TEC Partnership is committed to Prevent Duty, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and promoting British Values within the workplace. We are an equal opportunity workplace.
Safeguarding is a priority for us, as well as ensuring the welfare of children and young people and we expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.
All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, references that cover the last two years of employment and online screening. Other checks may also be required.
Please note that all employees must have Literacy and Numeracy to at least Level 2.
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