Early Years Practitioner

Salary will be £25,536 per annum pro rata

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 two dedicated Early Years Practitioners to join our welcoming team, working across all age groups, primarily with our under 2-year-olds. 

The two part-time posts are: 

• 27.5 hours per week, indefinite: Working 8:30am to 2:00pm, Monday to Friday
• 22.5 hours per week, indefinite: Working 3 full days per week, Monday, Thursday and Friday

Please indicate in your application which post you are applying for. 

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 (a Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential), you will have knowledge and training in the Early Years Foundation Stage, gained during your experience of working with young children in a nursery setting.

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

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: 26 October 2026 

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

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