Senior Nursery Practitioner

Job Title: Senior Nursery Practitioner

Location: Gravesend area

Salary: Up to £14.16 per hour + £1,000 Welcome Bonus

Hours: Full Time | 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming and well-established nursery setting in the Gravesend area.

This is a fantastic role for an experienced Early Years professional looking to take the next step, supporting the delivery of high-quality care and education while acting as a role model within the team.

The setting offers a stimulating, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, create, and develop a love of learning through play-based experiences, both indoors and outdoors.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high-quality learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework
• Support children’s development through play, exploration, and daily routines
• Act as a role model, demonstrating best practice across the team
• Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and their families
• Support a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment
• Ensure high standards of safeguarding, care, and wellbeing are maintained

Requirements

• Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Experience working across all Early Years age groups
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for child development and care

Benefits

• £1,000 welcome bonus
• Performance-related bonus
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced annual leave and paid sick pay
• Annual wellbeing day
• Access to early pay options
• Health & wellbeing support packages
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Supportive, inclusive working environment

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking early years provider that values quality, creativity, and professional development. The setting promotes a collaborative culture where staff are encouraged to grow and contribute to a positive team environment.

Safeguarding

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.