Nursery Practitioner
3 days ago
Andover
Location: Andover Hours: Full-Time (38/40hours per week) over 4 days Salary: Up to £14.50 per hour dependant on qualifications and experience We don’t mean to brag… but this isn’t your average nursery Finkley Nurseries is part of the Attraction Nurseries family, a fast-growing group redefining early years education. Our Andover setting is truly unique: Daily access to Finkley Down Farm Trips out on our very own Bertie Bus Outdoor learning, real experiences, real impact In short: we create childhoods full of adventure, not just childcare. And our ethos says it all: Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff. • Badge scheme — earn an additional +30p per hour- increase your hourly rate through WOW moments, planning & checklists, • Up to 6 weeks holiday + your birthday of, • Volunteer day — support a charity of your choice, • 50% childcare discount, • Wellbeing support (Health Assured + attendance rewards), • 100 + training courses + SENCO, • £100 welcome bonus for resources, • Free uniform & DBS, • Referral bonuses up to £750, • Free family access to Finkley Down Farm & Solstice Play We are looking for a level 2 or above Early Years Qualified Practitioner (desired but not essential) To create inspiring learning experiences and support children’s learning and development in a fun, unique, nurturing environment. You’ll be a key part of creating incredible early years experiences and will be responsible for: • Deliver engaging, hands-on learning through EYFS, • Be a key person — supporting children’s development and wellbeing, • Plan, observe, and track progress using Famly, • Support all children, including those with SEND, • Work closely with your team to create a positive environment, • Build strong relationships with parents, • Maintain high standards of safety, hygiene and organisation Is this the single GREATEST nursery job in the entire WORLD?! Probably... maybe... you tell us! ;) And here’s why: • Real variety — from farm visits to outdoor learning and trips on the Bertie Bus, • Genuine impact — you’ll play a key role in children’s early development, • Supportive team culture — positive, collaborative, and people-first, • Career growth — clear progression pathways and access to online courses, • Great tools & environment — modern systems and well-resourced settings We don’t just talk about progression — we build it. Your journey could look like: Practitioner → Deputy Daily Lead → Daily Lead → Deputy Manager → Nursery Manager Plus: • Pay increases linked to performance (WOW moments, planning quality, checklists), • Funded qualifications and specialist training, • Leadership development opportunities If you want to grow — we’ll help you get there. • Level 2 or Above Early Years qualification, • You’re great at creating engaging learning experiences, • You’ve got experience with EYFS and ideally Famly, • You’re proactive, organised, and full of positive energy, • You enjoy working with children and being part of a team, • You can handle a fast-paced, hands‑on environment, • You’re (almost!) as fun as the rest of us, • You’re reliable, hard-working, and genuinely care From morning welcomes to outdoor adventures, planning activities to farm visits — every day is different. One minute you’re leading a learning activity… Next you’re on a farm visit… Then you’re supporting a child’s big developmental milestone. It’s busy, rewarding, and never boring. We’re based at Finkley Down Farm — a unique, energetic, and inspiring environment. • Location: Andover, • Hours: 38 or 40 hours across 4 days, • Salary: up to £14.50 per hour We’re looking for someone ready to jump in, get involved, and make a difference from day one. Attraction Nurseries is an equal opportunities employer. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references. #J-18808-Ljbffr