Qualified Early Years Practitioner - Maternity Cover

Qualified Early Years Practitioner (Level 3) - Maternity Cover

Shooting Stars Nursery, Stourbridge, DY8 1TT
£14.10 per hour | Full-Time | 40 Hours Per Week
Immediate Start Available | Fixed-Term Maternity Cover (Approx. 6-9 Months)
Monday to Friday | Between 7:30am and 6:00pm | Open All Year Round

Rare Opportunity - Join an Established and Highly Regarded Nursery Team

A rare opportunity has arisen to join the experienced and welcoming team at Shooting Stars Stourbridge.

Due to maternity leave, we are looking for a passionate and qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our nursery on a fixed-term contract for approximately 6-9 months. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a stable, supportive team that is committed to delivering outstanding care and education for young children.

If you're an enthusiastic childcare professional who enjoys helping children learn, develop and thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a valued member of our nursery team, you will:

• Act as a key person, building positive relationships with children and families
• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing through engaging play experiences
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS
• Observe, assess and record children's progress
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
• Support children's communication, confidence and independence
• Work in partnership with parents and carers
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery procedures at all times
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and education

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Experience working within a nursery, preschool or childcare setting
• Good knowledge of the EYFS
• Passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare
• Reliable, positive and professional approach

Why Join Shooting Stars?

At Shooting Stars, we're proud of our supportive culture and commitment to colleague wellbeing, development and career progression.

Benefits Include

• £14.10 per hour
• 40 hours per week across 5 days
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced annual leave linked to service
• Fully funded training and professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities across our seven Midlands nurseries
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aid support
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us
• Free uniform
• Staff recognition and appreciation initiatives
• Excellent break facilities and staff areas
• Supportive leadership team, experienced area managers and an owner passionate about quality childcare

About Shooting Stars Nurseries

Shooting Stars Nurseries is an award-winning group of seven nursery settings across the Midlands, providing high-quality childcare and early education for children from birth to five years.

We are passionate about creating inspiring environments where children develop confidence, independence and a lifelong love of learning, while supporting our colleagues to grow and flourish in their careers.

Safeguarding Commitment

Shooting Stars Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All positions involve working directly with children and are subject to robust safer recruitment procedures.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, provide satisfactory references, verify qualifications and right to work, and undertake overseas criminal record checks where applicable.

Applicants must disclose any arrests, charges, convictions, cautions, court orders, reprimands and warnings 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 Practitioner looking for a rewarding opportunity within a friendly, well-established nursery team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take advantage of this rare opportunity to join Shooting Stars Stourbridge on a maternity cover contract, helping shape young futures every day.

Why Join Shooting Stars?

At Shooting Stars, we're proud of our supportive culture and commitment to colleague wellbeing, development and career progression.

Benefits Include

• £14.10 per hour
• 40 hours per week across 5 days
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced annual leave linked to service
• Fully funded training and professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities across our seven Midlands nurseries
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aid support
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us
• Free uniform
• Staff recognition and appreciation initiatives
• Excellent break facilities and staff areas
• Supportive leadership team, experienced area managers and an owner passionate about quality childcare