Early Years Practitioner – Level 2

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• Early Years Practitioner – Level 2

  £26,561.60 per annum | 40 hours per week
  Working hours between 7.30am and 6.00pm

  Do you love helping children learn through play and creating fun, engaging experiences every day?

  Our client is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Level 2 Early Years Practitioner to join their friendly nursery team in Market Harborough. Set within a beautiful three-storey Victorian house, the nursery cares for up to 47 children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, providing a warm, nurturing environment where children can develop confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. The nursery is easily accessible, with a bus stop directly outside and the train station just a 20-minute walk away.

  What You’ll Love About This Role

  • Working alongside a supportive and welcoming team
  • Helping children learn through exciting indoor and outdoor activities
  • Building strong relationships with children and their families
  • Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career
  • Being part of a nursery that values high-quality care and education

  Benefits

  • 28 days annual leave plus your birthday off*
  • Competitive salary of £26,561.60 per annum
  • Bank holiday and Christmas closure
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Overtime paid
  • Free online training portal access for mandatory training and CPD
  • Paid overtime for completing required training

  The Role

  As a Level 2 Practitioner, you’ll play an important role in supporting children’s day-to-day learning, development and wellbeing.

  Responsibilities include:

  • Supporting children through play-based learning activities
  • Helping to create a safe, stimulating and welcoming environment
  • Encouraging children’s independence and development
  • Assisting with observations and learning records
  • Working closely with colleagues and parents to support each child’s individual needs
  • Ensuring safeguarding and welfare requirements are always met

  About You

  • Level 2 Early Years or Childcare qualification (essential)
  • Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting
  • A warm, caring and positive approach
  • A genuine passion for supporting young children’s development
  • An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one

  Apply Today

  If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children’s early years experiences, we’d love to hear from you.
  Apply now by emailing your CV to Rebecca.Galloway@tinies.com or call 07586 693613 for more information.

  Safer Recruitment & Equal Opportunities

  At Tinies, safeguarding children and promoting their welfare is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.
  All candidates are subject to our safer recruitment, screening and vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check (or relevant equivalent in Scotland or Northern Ireland) and any other checks required for working with children.
  Tinies is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.

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