Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Outstanding Nursery | Exeter EX2
Hours: 08:30–18:00 | Full-time (4 days) or part-time (set days)
Pay: £16/hour (temp, paid weekly) or £24,937–£26,598 pro rata (perm)

Make a Difference Every Day

Join our friendly, caring, and creative team, an Ofsted Outstanding NHS nursery where no two days are the same. From messy play to outdoor learning, you’ll help children grow, thrive, and explore the world around them.

What You’ll Need:

• A full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or with Early Years experience)

• OR a PGCE with a focus on Early Years

• Ability to work between 08:30 and 18:00, Monday to Friday

• A genuine passion for working with children in a play-based, child-led environment

What They Offer:

• NHS Band 3 pay on permanent contracts

• £16 per hour on a 14-week temporary contract (via Teaching Personnel), paid weekly before perm contract

• NHS pension scheme

• Blue Light Card and access to national staff discounts

• Ongoing training and career development, including CPD and qualifications

• Free DBS checks (including renewals)

• Excellent wellbeing support and access to staff health services

• Purpose-built, high-quality nursery environment with outdoor play spaces

• Salary sacrifice schemes, including childcare, cycle to work, and car lease option

About the Role:

• Plan and lead age-appropriate learning activities

• Build positive relationships with children and their families

• Support each child’s emotional, physical, and social development

• Work collaboratively with a Room Leader and supportive team

If you are a qualified Early Years Practitioner looking for a rewarding role in a high-quality setting, apply now. We will be in touch with the full job description and next steps.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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