Early Years Practitioner

Salary will be £25,536 per annum

Does this sound like you? 

• Qualified in Early Years Practice
• Looking for the opportunity to work in a Nursery rated Outstanding by OFSTED
• A passionate and nurturing Early Years professional
• Loves supporting children’s curiosity, confidence, and independence
• Wants career development and progression opportunities 

Then you may be the person we’re looking for! 

We are looking for a dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our welcoming team, working across all age groups, primarily with our under 2 year olds. 

You will join our busy and well-established team to provide a safe, secure, exciting and stimulating environment for the babies and children in our Nursery. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and know that you will be too. 

As well as your Early Years qualification, you’ll have knowledge and training in the Early Years Foundation Stage, gained during your experience of working with young children in a nursery setting. 

You’ll be committed to development and flexibility, willing to undertake training and work across the whole nursery age range. 

This full-time indefinite post working across Mondays to Fridays is available from 14 September 2026. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment will be subject to a criminal record check at Enhanced level from the Disclosure and Barring Service, including a check of the Child Barred List. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Further information on our great benefits package, including 34 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University Customary days (pro rata for part-time), can be found on our benefits page. 

Closing date: 11 August 2026 

To apply for this role, please click on the 'Apply' button above.

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

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