Job Description

Are you passionate about shaping the early years of children s lives and looking for a rewarding, flexible role in Wolverhampton? If so, this Nursery Practitioner position offers the ideal opportunity to support children's learning, development, and wellbeing in nurturing environments throughout the city.

• Become a trusted part of supportive and welcoming nursery teams.
• Experience variety in your working week by supporting different early years settings in Wolverhampton.
• Enjoy flexible contract opportunities, including both full-time and day-to-day roles to fit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Earn a competitive hourly pay of £14.24 per hour.
• Play a meaningful role in helping children develop confidence, communication skills, and independence as they learn through play and discovery.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will support children across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). You will help provide a safe, stimulating, and engaging environment where every child can flourish and feel valued. Your role will include planning and leading age-appropriate activities, observing and assessing children s progress, and working collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and carers to nurture every child s growth.

• Support the learning and development of young children, adapting your approach to individual needs.
• Plan, deliver, and encourage participation in engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all children.
• Observe and track children s developmental progress and share observations with the nursery team.
• Promote children s wellbeing, independence, curiosity, and confidence through everyday interactions and quality play experiences.
• Work closely and effectively with fellow practitioners, parents, and carers to ensure a consistent and collaborative approach.

• Relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years/EYFS qualification (or equivalent) is essential.
• Experience working in nursery or early years settings.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification is desirable.
• Understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and the importance of the EYFS framework.
• Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Genuine passion for supporting and inspiring young children s learning journeys.

• Based in Wolverhampton, serving a variety of nursery settings across the area.
• Contract role starting on 1 September 2026.
• Competitive pay rate: £14.24 per hour.

If you are dedicated to early years education and ready to bring your enthusiasm and skills to children in Wolverhampton, this opportunity is an excellent next step. Apply now to make a difference in a setting that values your commitment and expertise.