Senior Nursery Practitioner
| Posting date: | 27 November 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 December 2025 |
| Location: | Woking |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1433479957 |
Summary
Senior Nursery Practitioner / Deputy Room Leader – Early Years • Full-Time (40 hours) • £13.45–£14.20
A warm, supportive nursery in search of an experienced Senior Nursery Practitioner
Our client is looking for a caring and confident Senior Nursery Practitioner who can also step into the Deputy Room Leader role every Thursday. This position suits someone who enjoys mentoring others, thrives in a busy early years environment, and is passionate about helping children learn and grow.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early years professional seeking added responsibility, consistent hours, and a nurturing setting in which to develop their skills.
What We’re Looking For
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
- Strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding, and child development
- Experience working as a Nursery Practitioner or Senior Practitioner
- Confidence leading a room and supporting colleagues when required
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A positive, inclusive approach and genuine passion for early years education
- Ability to work flexibly as part of a dynamic team
Why Join This Service?
- Competitive hourly rate of £13.45–£14.20
- Guaranteed 40 hours per week, offering stability and work–life balance
- The chance to step into leadership weekly, ideal for career progression
- Supportive management team invested in staff development
- Onsite parking
- Company pension scheme
- Ongoing training and development
- Team events
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the Room Leader in the daily running of the room
- Acting as Deputy Room Leader every Thursday, leading the team and ensuring smooth, high-quality practice
- Creating stimulating, age-appropriate activities that promote development
- Building warm, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
- Observing, assessing, and recording children’s progress
- Contributing to planning and delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum
- Safeguarding children and following all policies and procedures
- Supporting and guiding Junior Practitioners and new team members
Reference: WILL190015/JC
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