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Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator or Nursery Room Leader looking for a rewarding opportunity in a beautiful countryside setting

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a welcoming, well-established nursery in Medstead, Hampshire, offering a fantastic outdoor learning environment, a supportive team and and flexible full-time or part-time hours of 20–40 hours per week.

Set within extensive countryside grounds, this nursery embraces a Forest School-inspired approach, encouraging children to explore, discover and learn through nature and outdoor play.

The Role:

As Nursery Room Leader, you'll play a key role in creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow and thrive.

This is a hands-on position, combining daily childcare responsibilities with the opportunity to lead activities, support colleagues and contribute to the nursery's outdoor learning approach.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Encouraging outdoor exploration, creative play and Forest School-inspired learning.
• Supporting children's emotional, social and educational development.
• Leading and supporting colleagues within the nursery room.
• Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
• Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety and welfare standards are consistently maintained.
• Observing and monitoring children's learning and developmental progress.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Supporting children with additional learning needs and promoting inclusive childcare.

What We're Looking For:

We'd love to hear from candidates who have:

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare.
• At least 2 years' experience working within a nursery or childcare setting.
• Strong working knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• A genuine passion for working with young children.
• Excellent communication skills and a good standard of written and spoken English.
• A valid driving licence due to the rural location.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to undergo the required checks.

The candidates from the following background will be considered:

• Room Leader, Third in Charge, Early Years Educator, Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, Assistant Room Leader, Assistant Room Manager or in a similar role.

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.75 – £15.00, depending on experience.
• Flexible working hours – 20 to 40 hours per week.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• Your birthday off as additional paid leave.
• Free hot lunches provided.
• Generous holiday benefits.
• Beautiful countryside setting with extensive outdoor space.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company pension and sick pay.
• Staff discounts and company events.
• Ongoing professional development, mentoring and training.
• Friendly, supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression.

Applications are welcomed from Nursery Room Leaders, Senior Nursery Practitioners, Early Years Educators and experienced Nursery Practitioners looking to progress into a leadership position.

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