Senior Nursery Practitioner

Posting date:	23 January 2026
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	22 February 2026
Location:	Beddington
Company:	Willing Care Recruitment Limited
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	1456415614

Summary

Senior Nursery Practitioner – £15 per hour – Permanent

This nursery provides care for toddlers and preschool children in a beautiful Victorian house with generous indoor and outdoor space. The Senior Nursery Practitioner role combines hands-on practice with responsibility for maintaining routines, standards, and quality across the room. Close working relationships with room leaders and management support consistent care and learning.

Before You Apply

• This role requires prior experience as a Senior Nursery Practitioner or experienced Level 3 practitioner


• A full and relevant Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification is essential


• This position is not suitable for candidates without nursery experience

Key Job Details

• Rate of Pay: £15 per hour


• Hours: Full-time, 4 days per week


• Shift Pattern: 7:30am–6:30pm


• Setting: Private day nursery


• Age Group: Toddlers and Pre-School

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• A senior role with responsibility, without full management accountability


• A stable nursery with established routines and consistent staffing


• An environment designed to feel calm and homely


• Four-day working week


• Benefits including free lunch, pension, training, bonus scheme, length of service rewards, and team events

What You’ll Need

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification


• Proven experience as a Senior Practitioner or confident Level 3 practitioner


• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding requirements


• Confidence supporting children’s learning and daily routines

Desirable

• Experience mentoring or junior practitioners


• Additional safeguarding or specialist training

What You’ll Do

• Support high-quality practice within your room and across the nursery


• Act as a role model for practitioners, supporting standards and routines


• Maintain safeguarding, welfare, and quality standards at all times


• Contribute to planning, observations, and assessments


• Support smooth daily operation of the nursery, including ratios and transitions

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed promptly. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly, with clear and professional communication throughout.

Reference: WILL201930/JC

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