Nursery Practitioner - Level 2

Level  2  Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Practitioner

Salary:   £ per year    

Hours:   Full-time (40 hours, Monday–Friday) with flexible options available    

Location:  Roche Villa, Buxton Rd, Leek ST13 6EG

Be Valued. Be Supported. Be You.   

At  Zipadee Day Nursery ,  we’re   looking for a caring, enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our supportive, friendly team.  You’ll   enjoy flexibility,  recognition   and genuine opportunities to grow, all in a nurturing environment where both children and colleagues thrive.   

Your Benefits   

We believe the best outcomes for children start with happy, supported teams.  Here’s   what  you’ll   enjoy:   

• Flexible Working Options:   4 or 5 days, part-time or bank hours to suit your lifestyle   
  

• 33 Days Paid Holiday:   24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off   
  

• 75% Childcare Discount for your own children   
  

• Career Growth:   Tailored training,  development   and promotion opportunities   
  

• Health & Wellbeing Support:   Confidential helpline and wellbeing resources   
  

• Supportive Culture:   Warm, inclusive team with staff socials and appreciation treats   
  

• Company Pension   and free on-site parking   
  

• DBS Paid For:   We cover the cost of your enhanced DBS check   
  

• Uniform Provided :  So   you’re   ready from day one   
  

The Role   

As a Level  2   Nursery Practitioner,  you’ll   help children learn, play, and grow in a safe, engaging environment. You will:   

• Plan fun, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS   
  

• Build trusted relationships with children and families   
  

• Work collaboratively to  maintain   a happy, supportive atmosphere   
  

About You   

You’re   compassionate, reliable, and committed to making a difference every day.   

Essential:   

• Level  2   childcare qualification   
  

• Confident written and spoken English   
  

Desirable:   

• Experience in an Early Years setting   
  

• Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding best practices   
  

Why Join Us?   

Our bright, purpose-built nursery is filled with natural light, inspiring spaces, and a positive team culture . As part of the Family First Nurseries network,  you’ll   have access to great resources, strong professional  development   and the opportunity to progress into senior roles.   

Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career where  you’ll   be supported,  appreciated   and inspired every day.   

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.   

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.    A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be  required   for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.   

Zipadee Day   Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment,  pregnancy   or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group