Nursery Practitioner

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Taunton, South West

£25,185

Permanent, Full time

Job description

Nursery Practitioner - Little Herons

About us

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, experienced individual with an NVQ level 2 in Early Years, to work at Little Herons Nursery based at West Monkton Primary School. The successful candidate will be an excellent early years practitioner who can provide a stimulating, high quality and innovative early years learning experience for our youngest children.

What we are looking for:

Ability to deliver high quality childcare in a safe and caring environment, for children as young as 2 years of age
Monitor key children's development
Ensure effective communication with parents, other professionals and outside agencies
Be flexible and adaptable to the needs of the children and the setting
Support the ethos, vision and Christian distinctiveness

Key Requirements:

Qualified NVQ Level 2 in Childcare/Early Years
Knowledge of OFSTED Standards and Inspections
Excellent knowledge of EYFS
Excellent knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children
Demonstrate drive towards absolute excellence

We can offer you:

A friendly supportive team
An environment that places a high emphasis on personal professional development
Commitment to staff wellbeing
Unwavering passion and vision for educational opportunities for learners
Generous pension scheme

Salary: Grade 14, point 4

Actual Gross Salary: £25,185

Hours: 37.00 hours per week - all year round

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 26/07/2026

Interviews: 27/07/2026

Please note:

All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

The Oak Partnership Trust reserve the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting may take place prior to the closing date on some occasions. With this in mind, please do not hesitate to apply early.

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We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, experienced individual with an NVQ level 2 in Early Years, to work at Little Herons Nursery based at West Monkton Primary School. The successful candidate will be an excellent early years practitioner who can provide a stimulating, high quality and innovative early years learning experience for our youngest children.,

Ability to deliver high quality childcare in a safe and caring environment, for children as young as 2 years of age
Monitor key children's development
Ensure effective communication with parents, other professionals and outside agencies
Be flexible and adaptable to the needs of the children and the setting
Support the ethos, vision and Christian distinctiveness
Qualified NVQ Level 2 in Childcare/Early Years
Knowledge of OFSTED Standards and Inspections
Excellent knowledge of EYFS
Excellent knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children
Demonstrate drive towards absolute excellence

We can offer you:
A friendly supportive team
An environment that places a high emphasis on personal professional development
Commitment to staff wellbeing
Unwavering passion and vision for educational opportunities for learners
Generous pension scheme

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