Qualified Early Years Practitioner (Level 3)

Shooting Stars Nursery, Hinckley | LE10 1AD
£14.10 per hour
Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week
Part-time applications will also be considered

Monday to Friday | Between 7:30am and 6:00pm | Open all year round

Make Every Day Matter

Do you have a passion for helping young children flourish during the most important years of their development?

At Shooting Stars Hinckley, we're looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a nursery that values nurturing relationships, high-quality practice, and creating inspiring learning experiences for every child.

Whether you're already an experienced practitioner or looking to take the next step in your early years career, you'll find a supportive environment where your skills, ideas and professional development are genuinely valued.

The Role

As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll play an important role in providing exceptional care and learning opportunities for children, helping them build confidence, independence and a love of learning.

You'll be responsible for:

• Acting as a key person and building positive relationships with children and families
• Supporting children's individual care routines and emotional wellbeing
• Delivering engaging play and learning experiences that reflect children's interests
• Observing, assessing and recording children's development in line with the EYFS
• Creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive
• Encouraging children's communication, social development and curiosity
• Working in partnership with parents to support children's learning journeys
• Following safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies and procedures
• Collaborating with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and education

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who:

Essential

• Hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Have experience working within a nursery, preschool or childcare environment
• Possess a sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Are committed to delivering outstanding care and learning experiences
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare

Also Considered

• Qualified Level 2 Early Years practitioners looking to further develop their careers

Why Choose Shooting Stars?

At Shooting Stars, we know our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a rewarding benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits Include

• £14.10 per hour
• Annual pay and benefits reviews
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement linked to service
• Ongoing training and fully funded professional development
• Career progression opportunities across our group of seven Midlands nurseries
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aid support
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us
• Free uniform
• Dedicated staff facilities and break spaces
• Staff recognition initiatives and appreciation events
• Supportive leadership team and experienced area management support

About Shooting Stars Nurseries

Shooting Stars Nurseries is an established group of seven nurseries across the Midlands. We are passionate about providing exceptional early years education and care while creating a supportive, positive workplace where our teams can develop and succeed.

Our experienced management team and hands-on company owner are committed to investing in both children and colleagues, ensuring every nursery provides outstanding experiences for families and rewarding careers for our people.

Safeguarding Commitment

Shooting Stars Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children . Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, verification of qualifications and right to work, and overseas criminal record checks where applicable. Applicants must disclose any arrests, charges, convictions, cautions, court orders, reprimands, warnings, or other information that may affect their suitability to work with children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply Today

If you're a qualified Early Years professional looking to join a friendly, ambitious nursery where children and colleagues are encouraged to thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your next chapter with Shooting Stars Hinckley.

Why Choose Shooting Stars?

At Shooting Stars, we know our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a rewarding benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits Include

• £14.10 per hour
• Annual pay and benefits reviews
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement linked to service
• Ongoing training and fully funded professional development
• Career progression opportunities across our group of seven Midlands nurseries
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aid support
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us
• Free uniform
• Dedicated staff facilities and break spaces
• Staff recognition initiatives and appreciation events
• Supportive leadership team and experienced area management support