Nursery Practitioner
| Posting date: | 15 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,560 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 September 2025 |
| Location: | Canterbury, Kent |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | EKC Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4099 |
Summary
Join Our Outstanding Nursery Team – Where Every Child (and Practitioner) Thrives!
First things first, here’s what you can expect from a career with our amazing nursery at EKC Canterbury College.
Genuine rewarding role
Competitive holiday entitlement
Store, retail and gym discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Opportunity to progress, train and develop - we have a fantastic teaching programme
Generous pension scheme
Sound good? Well, here’s more about the role and our setting.
The East Kent Colleges Group is proud to be home to three well-established nurseries, serving students, staff, and our local communities from our Broadstairs, Canterbury, and Folkestone College campuses. Due to growing demand, we are excited to be recruiting a Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and dedicated team based at Canterbury College.
What makes us special:
A warm, inclusive and supportive team environment
Purpose-built nursery settings filled with laughter, learning and care
A shared passion for supporting children’s development in their vital early years
We’re looking for someone who:
Holds a Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or is working towards it – we’ll support the right candidate!)
Has experience in a nursery or early years setting
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Works well as part of a team and can bring a positive, enthusiastic attitude
Is flexible, reliable and passionate about early childhood education
In return, we offer:
A supportive team and management structure
Good rates of pay and generous holiday allowance
Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
A staff rewards system and access to EKC Group benefits
Flexibility – we’re happy to discuss working patterns that suit you
If you’re ready to take the next step in your Early Years career with a nursery that truly values its team and the families it supports, then we’d love to hear from you.
Could we be the perfect fit for each other?
About You
We are seeking passionate and dedicated Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join our team and make a genuine difference in children’s lives. If you're hardworking, experienced, and committed to delivering high-quality care and education, we’d love to hear from you.
What we’re looking for:
Proven experience working within a nursery environment
A strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Confidence to take on the key person role, building strong, supportive relationships with children and their families
A commitment to delivering engaging, high-quality early years education
The ability to work in partnership with parents/carers and implement welfare requirements to the highest standards
You’ll need to be able to:
Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues, children, and families
Demonstrate a sound knowledge of child development and individual children’s needs
Maintain a safe and secure environment, with a good understanding of health and safety regulations
Support and promote inclusive practice and equality policies in day-to-day work
Be flexible and willing to take on additional responsibilities as required
This role is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and passionate team, helping to shape the future for the youngest learners.
No need to spend time updating your CV, just click apply and complete our short application form. You can save your progress as you go, and we’ll review all applications and get back to all candidates after the closing date.
If you are interested in an informal chat about the role, or have any queries, please email us on jobs@ekcgroup.ac.uk
First things first, here’s what you can expect from a career with our amazing nursery at EKC Canterbury College.
Genuine rewarding role
Competitive holiday entitlement
Store, retail and gym discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Opportunity to progress, train and develop - we have a fantastic teaching programme
Generous pension scheme
Sound good? Well, here’s more about the role and our setting.
The East Kent Colleges Group is proud to be home to three well-established nurseries, serving students, staff, and our local communities from our Broadstairs, Canterbury, and Folkestone College campuses. Due to growing demand, we are excited to be recruiting a Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and dedicated team based at Canterbury College.
What makes us special:
A warm, inclusive and supportive team environment
Purpose-built nursery settings filled with laughter, learning and care
A shared passion for supporting children’s development in their vital early years
We’re looking for someone who:
Holds a Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or is working towards it – we’ll support the right candidate!)
Has experience in a nursery or early years setting
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Works well as part of a team and can bring a positive, enthusiastic attitude
Is flexible, reliable and passionate about early childhood education
In return, we offer:
A supportive team and management structure
Good rates of pay and generous holiday allowance
Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
A staff rewards system and access to EKC Group benefits
Flexibility – we’re happy to discuss working patterns that suit you
If you’re ready to take the next step in your Early Years career with a nursery that truly values its team and the families it supports, then we’d love to hear from you.
Could we be the perfect fit for each other?
About You
We are seeking passionate and dedicated Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join our team and make a genuine difference in children’s lives. If you're hardworking, experienced, and committed to delivering high-quality care and education, we’d love to hear from you.
What we’re looking for:
Proven experience working within a nursery environment
A strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Confidence to take on the key person role, building strong, supportive relationships with children and their families
A commitment to delivering engaging, high-quality early years education
The ability to work in partnership with parents/carers and implement welfare requirements to the highest standards
You’ll need to be able to:
Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues, children, and families
Demonstrate a sound knowledge of child development and individual children’s needs
Maintain a safe and secure environment, with a good understanding of health and safety regulations
Support and promote inclusive practice and equality policies in day-to-day work
Be flexible and willing to take on additional responsibilities as required
This role is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and passionate team, helping to shape the future for the youngest learners.
No need to spend time updating your CV, just click apply and complete our short application form. You can save your progress as you go, and we’ll review all applications and get back to all candidates after the closing date.
If you are interested in an informal chat about the role, or have any queries, please email us on jobs@ekcgroup.ac.uk
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