Job Description
Early Years Nursery Practitioner
Shooting Stars Nursery – Tettenhall, Wolverhampton (WV3 9PE)
£14.10 per hour | Full‑time (40 hrs) | Part‑time considered
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30am–6:00pm | All year round | Bank holidays off
A Fresh Start in a Nursery That’s Growing With You
Whether you’re an experienced Early Years Practitioner ready to shape practice, or a newly qualified Level 3 practitioner looking for the right environment to grow your confidence and skills, we’re excited to welcome passionate and dedicated Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join our warm, supportive and expanding team.
As a new and developing nursery, this is a unique opportunity to be part of our journey from the very beginning, influencing how we work, building strong foundations, and helping create meaningful experiences for our children and families. You’ll be supported to bring your ideas, develop your practice, and grow your career at your own pace, whether that’s through sharing your experience or learning from an established, nurturing team.
If you’re committed to child‑led learning, teamwork and delivering high‑quality early years education in a setting that values its people, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for an informal chat about the role, our nursery and what Shooting Stars can offer your career.
What We’re Looking For
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (full & relevant)
- Experience in a nursery or early years setting
- Confident delivering the EYFS, including SEND support
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding
- A positive team player with a real passion for early years
Your Role
- Act as a Key Person for a group of children
- Plan and deliver engaging, child‑led activities
- Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
- Build strong partnerships with parents and carers
- Support quality practice and Ofsted standards
What We Offer
- £14.10 per hour + annual pay & benefits review
- Flexible contracts (full‑time or part‑time)
- 50% childcare discount
- Increased holiday with service
- Fully funded training & career progression across 6 nurseries
- Mental Health First Aid support & EAP
- Free uniform, DBS check & staff break room
- Recognition awards, team socials & annual events
Safeguarding
Shooting Stars Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must declare all convictions. Employment is subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
BenefitsWhat We Offer
- £14.10 per hour + annual pay & benefits review
- Flexible contracts (full‑time or part‑time)
- 50% childcare discount
- Increased holiday with service
- Fully funded training & career progression across 6 nurseries
- Mental Health First Aid support & EAP
- Free uniform, DBS check & staff break room
- Recognition awards, team socials & annual events
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