Early Years Nursery Practitioner

Early Years Nursery Practitioner (Level 3)

Shooting Stars Nursery - Tettenhall, Wolverhampton (WV3 9PE)
£14.10 per hour Full-time (40 hours) Part-time considered

All year round Bank holidays off

Looking for a nursery where your ideas matter and your career can flourish? At Shooting Stars Tettenhall, we're a new setting and growing, so we are looking for passionate Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join and expand our friendly, supportive team.

Whether you're:

• An experienced practitioner ready to influence high-quality practice
• A newly qualified Level 3 seeking support, mentorship and confidence

This is your opportunity to thrive in a setting that truly invests in you.

As a developing and expanding nursery, you'll play a key role in shaping routines, enhancing practice, and creating meaningful learning experiences for children and families.

What You'll Be Doing

• Acting as a Key Person, building strong, nurturing relationships
• Planning and delivering engaging, child-led EYFS activities
• Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment
• Supporting SEND and inclusive practice
• Building positive partnerships with parents and carers
• Contributing to high-quality standards and Ofsted readiness

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (full and relevant)
• Experience in a nursery or early years setting (newly qualified candidates welcome)
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and child protection
• A positive, reliable team player with a genuine passion for early years

Why Join Shooting Stars?

We know great practitioners deserve strong support. That's why we offer:

• £14.10 per hour, with annual pay and benefits review
• Flexible working options (full-time or part-time)
• Holiday entitlement increasing with service
• Fully funded training and clear career progression across our nursery group
• Mental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme
• Free uniform and enhanced DBS provided
• Dedicated staff break room
• Recognition awards, team socials and annual celebration events

A Nursery That Grows With You

At Shooting Stars, you're not just joining a team - you're becoming part of a supportive community where your development matters.

You will be encouraged to:

• Share ideas and help shape practice
• Build confidence at your own pace
• Develop your career within our growing nursery group

Safeguarding Commitment

Shooting Stars Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles involve working directly with children and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must declare all convictions, including those considered 'spent'. Employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.