Job Description
Nursery Assistant / Early Years Practitioner (Unqualified or Level 2+)
Join our prestigious school nursery setting in Letchworth Garden City!
St Francis’ Nursery is a high-performing independent setting in Hertfordshire. We are seeking a permanent, full-time Nursery Assistant or Practitioner to join our dedicated team.
No formal childcare qualifications? No problem! We highly encourage applications from individuals who have hands-on nursery or childcare experience but do not yet hold a formal qualification. We will provide full training and support!
Salary: Up to £30,051 per year (DOE, Full-Time Equivalent)
Hours: Full-time, permanent, year-round (Nursery open 7:30am–6:30pm, Mon–Fri)
Schedule: Standard 5 days (4-day shift patterns can be discussed)
Location: Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire (SG6)
What We Offer You
• Competitive pay with annual reviews
• Free lunch provided daily
• Heavily discounted childcare options
• Generous annual holiday allowance
• Comprehensive health & well-being support
Key Responsibilities
• Plan and deliver engaging, creative activities for young children
• Observe, track, and celebrate children's learning and development
• Build warm, trusting relationships with our school's families
• Maintain an exceptionally safe, clean, and welcoming environment
What You Need to Apply
• Experience: Practical experience working in a nursery, childcare, or school setting
• Qualification: A Level 2+ Early Years qualification is desirable, but not essential
• Knowledge: A basic understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding
• Traits: A caring, positive, and enthusiastic approach to early education
Apply Here!
For qualified staff: https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001345
For unqualified staff: https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001346
Safeguarding
St Francis’ College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates apply. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.