Nursery practitioner

*Job Title:* Nursery Practitioner – Forest & Farm School Nursery_Location: _ Midhurst, West Sussex_Salary:_ Up to £26,000 per year_Job Type:_ Full-time, PermanentWhy Join Us?*80% Childcare Discount*✈ *All-Expenses-Paid International CPD Trips**Wellbeing Support & Career Growth*About the RoleWe’re Little Barn Owls Nursery Group – an award-winning, Reggio Emilia-inspired nursery based in beautiful West Sussex. Recently named *2024 Nursery World Award Winners*, we’re now looking for passionate *Nursery Practitioners* to join our fun, creative and nature-loving team!You’ll be part of a group that champions outdoor learning, imaginative play, and meaningful connections with children and families.What You’ll Do* Support children aged 6 months to 5 years in their learning and development* Create a warm, stimulating and safe environment* Engage children in outdoor play, forest school and farm-based activities* Observe and track development, helping children meet their milestones* Build positive relationships with families* Work closely with your team to deliver an inspiring, child-led curriculum* Get stuck in! (We don’t mind a bit of mud and mess around here)What You’ll Need* *Level 3 (or above) Childcare Qualification** Passion for Early Years and outdoor learning* A caring, can-do attitude and team spirit* Good understanding of EYFS & safeguarding* (Bonus: experience with Reggio Emilia or Forest School – but not essential!)Training & DevelopmentAfter your 3-month induction, you’ll be enrolled in the *Little Barn Owls Training Academy*, completing 12 practical, self-paced modules designed to make you an Outstanding Early Years Educator. You’ll also receive 1:1 mentoring and opportunities for international training!More Benefits* *33 days holiday* (including bank holidays)* Regular staff socials, fun days & meals out* Long-service rewards and loyalty bonuses* Option to buy/sell annual leave* Access to health cash plan & Employee Assistance Programme* Career progression & internal promotion opportunities* Work alongside professional artists in creative studios (Ateliers)Hours* Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 6:00pm* Full-time only (we are open 51 weeks/year)Important Info* Enhanced *DBS check and references* required* We’re proud to be an *equal opportunities employer** We are committed to safeguarding all children and staffAbout Little Barn OwlsWith four beautiful nurseries across West Sussex, we’re known for combining *child-led learning* with the magic of nature and creativity._Nursery World UK Nursery Group of the Year 2020__UK Nursery of the Year 2015_*Apply Now* on to join our award-winning nursery family and grow your early years career with purpose, passion, and play.#INDEDJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per yearBenefits:* Additional leave* Childcare* Company events* Company pension* Discounted or free food* Employee discount* Free parking* Health & wellbeing programme* On-site parking* Referral programme* Sick paySchedule:* Day shift* Monday to Friday* No weekendsAbility to commute/relocate:* Midhurst GU29: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Application question(s):* Do you hold a Level 3 in Childcare?Experience:* Childcare: 1 year (required)Work authorisation:* United Kingdom (required)Work Location: In person…