31 nursery practitioner jobs found in Southampton

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above). Location:  West Downs Day Nursery | Winchester | SO22 5HT (on the Student Village site of the University of Winchester). Contract:  Permanent | 18-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Full and part-time options available of 2-5 days a week | Shifts will fall between 07:30am-18:30pm. Salary:  £27,040-£32,427.20 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00-£15.59 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘ careers, not jobs’ , supporting one another to grow and succeed.  Why join us? Generous annual leave : 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:  Up to a...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above). Location:  Maples Day Nursery | Winchester | SO22 6RT. Contract:  Permanent | 27-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Shifts between 07:30-18:30 | Choose full-time (36-40 hours over 4 or 5 days), or part-time (27-30 hours across Wednesday-Friday). Salary:  £27,040-£32,427.20 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00-£15.59 per hour.   We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘ careers, not jobs’ , supporting one another to grow and succeed.    Why join us? Generous annual leave : 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:  Up to a further 20 paid days off each...

We’re looking for a passionate and caring Nursery Nurse to join our friendly team at Autumn Cottage Childcare, supporting children aged 3 months to 12 years in our Early Years and Afterschool Club. Plan and lead engaging indoor and outdoor activities Support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing Build strong, positive relationships with children and families Help maintain a safe, clean, and fun environment Keep accurate records in line with Ofsted requirements We are looking for: Level 3 Qualification in Childcare & Development (or equivalent) Paediatric First Aid & Safeguarding Training (provided if needed) A warm, reliable, and enthusiastic attitude Must be 17+ years old by 1st January 2025 Enhanced DBS required (funded by us) Experience preferred, but not essential Benefits Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above). Location:  Greengables Day Nursery | Owlsmoor, Sandhurst | GU47 0TE. Contract:  Permanent | 36-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30 | Choose a 4 or 5 day week. Salary:  £27,040-£32,427.20 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00-£15.59 per hour.   We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘ careers, not jobs’ , supporting one another to grow and succeed.    Why join us? Generous annual leave : 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:  Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our   Partnership Reward...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above). Location:  Green Park Day Nursery | Reading | RG2 6UQ (on Green Park Business Park). Contract:  Permanent | 18-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Full and part-time options available of 2-5 days a week | Shifts will fall between 07:30am-18:30pm. Salary:  £27,040-£32,427.20 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00-£15.59 per hour.   We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘ careers, not jobs’ , supporting one another to grow and succeed.    Why join us? Generous annual leave : 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:  Up to a further 20 paid days off each...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above). Location:  Cedar Park Day Nursery | Twyford | RG10 9PP. Contract:  Permanent | 18-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Full and part-time options available of 2-5 days a week | Shifts will fall between 07:30am-18:30pm. Salary:  £27,040-£33,737.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00-£16.22 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘ careers, not jobs’ , supporting one another to grow and succeed.  Why join us? Generous annual leave : 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:  Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above). Location:  Pennypot Day Nursery | Chobham, Woking | GU24 8DH. Contract:  Permanent | 37.5-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30 | Choose a 4 or 5 day week. Salary:  £27,040-£33,737.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00-£16.22 per hour.   We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘ careers, not jobs’ , supporting one another to grow and succeed.    Why join us? Generous annual leave : 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:  Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our   Partnership Reward Days...

At Katey’s Kingston , children thrive in a boutique environment designed to inspire curiosity and creativity. The light-filled space and continuous outdoor access support both physical activity and emotional well-being. With daily trips to nearby parks and woodlands, children enjoy rich, nature-based experiences that build confidence, imagination, and a deep connection to the world around them. Located in a central area with excellent transport links and close proximity to local shops and amenities, it’s easily accessible for families and staff alike. About the Role We’re looking for enthusiastic and experienced Early Years Practitioners to join our team. As a Practitioner, you will: Deliver the EYFS framework through engaging, child-led play Support the development of key children through observation, assessment, and planning Build strong, supportive relationships with parents and carers Ensure safeguarding and inclusive practice is at the...

Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – The Little Blue Door Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at The Little Blue Door Nursery, Westhampnett. At Little Blue Door we know wellbeing is vital for the health and development of little minds and we have kept this core to our design process throughout, to offer your child a healthy and safe environment to thrive. Interact – Dwell – Perform – Explore Outdoor play and learning are a core part of life at the setting. 5000 sq ft of carefully designed spaces for your children to learn through play.  With 4 unique indoor and 1 unique outdoor spaces and an over-arching mission to develop little minds, our highly qualified team are united around our core values to create lasting memories for our children each and every day. At Little Blue Door, all of our food is healthy and...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Nursery Assistant/Unqualified Nursery Practitioner. Location:  Pennypot Day Nursery | Chobham, Woking | GU24 8DH. Contract:  Permanent | 37.5-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30 | Choose a 4 or 5 day week. Salary:  £26,769.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.87 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘ careers, not jobs’ , supporting one another to grow and succeed.    Why join us? Generous annual leave : 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:  Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our   Partnership Reward Days   incentive; take...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – My Little Explorers Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at My Little Explorers, Romsey. I established My Little Explorers Forest School in 2013 after years of working in Early Years education, recognising the profound benefits of outdoor experiences and Forest School principles. Over a decade later, My Little Explorers operates as a family-run business offering Forest School sessions across Romsey and Winchester, Hampshire. Embracing Nature for All Ages Children of all ages can benefit from nature. Babies enjoy rich sensory experiences outdoors, while older children thrive on the freedom to play, explore, and take calculated risks, which builds their confidence and self-esteem. In the woods, our older children engage in diverse activities like den-building, tree climbing, and learning practical skills. We teach tool...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship  – Big Discoveries Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level ? Childcare Apprenticeship / Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Big Discoveries Nursery, Porchester . Based in the heart of Portchester, Big Discoveries Nursery is located in the Portchester Community Centre. We provide quality childcare for children aged 0-5. Here at Big Discoveries Nursery we have a child-focussed approach to learning, with easily accessible resources and free-flow to the garden. We had our latest inspection in October 2024 and were graded as outstanding in all areas of our provision to provide a safe, happy, caring, challenging and stimulating environment for your child to make big discoveries to help children to develop a love for learning in order to become curious, independent learners to enable all children to become happy and confident...

Childcare Apprenticeship - Cherry Tree Day Nursery Shoots Training are currently looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking, and reliable individual to complete their Level 2 or 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Cherry Tree Day Nursery. Cherry Tree Day Nursery have a garden area and 5 rooms that are free flow. You will be caring for children from birth and 5 years. Your duties as an apprentice will include: Setting up the rooms in morning, planning and preparing the day’s activities, and assisting in creating a stimulating environment. Will be tidying away at the end of every day and overseeing general housekeeping duties. Undertaking all aspects of personal care, including nappy changing, toileting and assist with feeding. Attending monthly staff meetings and undertaking ongoing training. You will learn the role of a practitioner with guidance. Once ready, will be allocated a small key group of children. You will ensure nursery and...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship - Top Tots Day Nursery, Hedgerow House Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Top Tots Day Nursery Hedgerow House as an Early Years Practitioner Apprentice Our setting at Hedgerow House offers a home from home environment. Set in a large house in Southsea we have a view of the local park and neighbourhood that the children enjoy watching from the upstairs window. Being located on Goldsmith Avenue we are only a short walk away from the beach, Canoe Lake, the local library, and both Milton Park and Bransbury Park. Our younger children enjoy daily walks around the local neighbourhood visiting the parks, whilst our older children get to explore the outdoors within our 2 gardens’. Our toddler group have the full space of our enclosed front garden whilst our pre-school has free flow of our back garden. Our back garden is made up...

Level 5  Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Eco Montessori West Tytherley,  Norman Court Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Eco Montessori West Tytherley,  Norman Court. Eco Montessori Nursery is nestled in the picturesque, rural village of West Tytherley, We are a dedicated early years setting, specialising in the Montessori approach to learning. Our unique curriculum seamlessly blends the principles of the EYFS with Montessori methods, enriching the children’s daily experiences. We welcome children aged 6 months to 5 years, providing a nurturing environment that fosters growth and development at every stage. Why Choose Eco Montessori @ Norman Court Day Nursery? •          Home-from-Home Environment: As a family-run nursery, we provide a warm, nurturing atmosphere where your child feels safe, valued, and part of our...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Eco Montessori,  Norman Court. Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Eco Montessori West Tytherley,  Norman Court. Eco Montessori Nursery is nestled in the picturesque, rural village of West Tytherley, We are a dedicated early years setting, specialising in the Montessori approach to learning. Our unique curriculum seamlessly blends the principles of the EYFS with Montessori methods, enriching the children’s daily experiences. We welcome children aged 6 months to 5 years, providing a nurturing environment that fosters growth and development at every stage. Why Choose Eco Montessori @ Norman Court Day Nursery? •          Home-from-Home Environment: As a family-run nursery, we provide a warm, nurturing atmosphere where your child feels safe, valued, and part of our close-knit community. •          Focus on the...

Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner  Apprenticeship – Top Bananas Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Top Bananas, Bournemouth. Top Bananas Pre-School opened in 2016 and expanded to a Day Nursery in 2019. It is located within the Life Centre, Moordown.  It is run by highly qualified and experienced practitioners who are enthusiastic about their role. The ethos of the setting is to Play, Learn and Grow together.  Top Bananas is situated within the Life Centre. It has its own private entrance via Brassey Road, 100 meters along on the left-hand side. Enter through the car park and towards the back, where the outside play area can be seen. A secure door entry system is in place to ensure the safety of the children. The Pre-School and Nursery have their own separate entrance, and this is clearly visible. We organise our sessions so that...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Little me day Nurseries - Basingstoke Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Little me day Nursery in Basingstoke. We are a family owned company and pride ourselves on offering caring and nurturing environments for “little ones” in our nurseries. We appreciate the challenges faced by parents to leave their children at nursery, and we have used our own experiences to ensure our nurseries are clean, safe and welcoming. The holistic care of children at nursery is largely dependent on a good relationship and communication between nursery staff and parents. Therefore, we endeavour to work in partnership with parents and keep them informed of all aspects of their child’s well being and progress at nursery. Our managers operate an open door policy and are always happy to talk with parents regarding any issues or concerns. Little me...

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Years Educator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education and a genuine love for working with young children. This role involves creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn and develop. The Early Years Educator will be responsible for planning and implementing educational activities that promote the physical, emotional, and social development of children in our nursery setting. Duties Develop and implement engaging learning activities tailored to the needs of each child. Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages children's curiosity and exploration. Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to support children's learning and development. Manage classroom behaviour and ensure the safety of all children at all times. Observe and assess children's progress, maintaining accurate records of their...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Little me day Nurseries - Thatcham Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Little me day Nursery in Thatcham. We are a family owned company and pride ourselves on offering caring and nurturing environments for “little ones” in our nurseries. We appreciate the challenges faced by parents to leave their children at nursery, and we have used our own experiences to ensure our nurseries are clean, safe and welcoming. The holistic care of children at nursery is largely dependent on a good relationship and communication between nursery staff and parents. Therefore, we endeavour to work in partnership with parents and keep them informed of all aspects of their child’s well being and progress at nursery. Our managers operate an open door policy and are always happy to talk with parents regarding any issues or concerns. Little me day...