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Senior Nursery Practitioner

Senior Nursery Practitioner

Vero HRPeterborough, England, United Kingdom
14 hours ago
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Senior Nursery Practitioner, Peterborough

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Peterborough, United Kingdom

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Job Reference : 519a1970e45a

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12.07.2025

Expiry Date : 26.08.2025

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Job Description :

We are the recruitment partner for a leading Independent Day School in Peterborough and are presenting an opportunity for a Senior Nursery Practitioner to join the team.

As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a key role in the daily running of the room, providing leadership and inspiration to colleagues, and creating an engaging, inclusive, and stimulating environment for the children in your care.

Responsibilities :

  • Support the Room Leader and Deputy in leading and inspiring a team of childcare practitioners.
  • Deliver high quality learning experiences in line with the EYFS.
  • Act as a key person for a group of children and liaise closely with families.
  • Plan and deliver activities that support personal, social, emotional, and academic development.
  • Complete developmental records and online journals to track and celebrate each child’s progress.
  • Support the day-to-day running of the room and nursery, stepping into a lead role when required.
  • Collaborate with team members and attend planning, curriculum, and training meetings.
  • Model outstanding childcare practice and contribute to the development of team members and apprentices.

Requirements :

  • A Level 3 qualification in Early Childhood Education
  • Proven experience of working within an EYFS setting.
  • A strong understanding of safeguarding, early years development, and inclusive practice.
  • Additional training such as Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, Allergen Awareness, or SEN knowledge is desirable.
  • Excellent communication and observation skills.
  • An enthusiastic and professional approach with a genuine passion for early years education.
  • Willingness to attend training and contribute to the ongoing success of the nursery.
  • A salary £25,854 - £28,142 per annum dependent on experience
  • Working Hours : 40 hours across Monday-Friday (Shifts : 07 : 30-16 : 30, 08 : 00-17 : 00, 08 : 00-18 : 00 with half a day off)
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and closure over Christmas
  • 50% discounted nursery fees
  • Free lunches
  • Free use of the fitness suite
  • Free onsite parking
  • Learning and progression opportunities, including 3 dedicated paid staff training days across the year
  • As part of The Peterborough School, you join a supportive family, with a long history of success. Joining the wider team, you will enjoy further benefits that being part of a thriving workplace brings. The Nursery recently expanded too, signalling the school’s success and ambition for the future.

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