LEVEL 3 NURSERY PRACTITIONER

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Job Reference EPSEDJOBS/2669/13878

Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Temporary - Part Time Salary: GRADE C - £13.49 - £14.05 per hour Working Hours: Monday & Wednesday 07:30 - 12:30 - Tuesday 07:30 - 15:15 Establishment Name and Location: Locks Heath Infant School, Warsash Road, Southampton Closing Date: 02/11/2026 Job Category: Support Local Authority: Hampshire Phase of Education: Nursery/Early Years

Job Introduction

Closing Date: Monday 2 November 2026	Salary Type: Support Staff (Level 3 with appropriate and recognised nursery practitioner qualification as per DfE list) Grade C salary - £13.49 - £14.05 per hour
Interview Date(s): Monday 9 November 2026	Hours of Work:  Monday 07:30 – 12:30 term time  Tuesday 07:30 – 15:15 term time Wednesday 07:30 – 12:30 term time
Job Start Date: 4th January 2027	Location of Role: Locks Heath Infant & Nursery School
Contract: Fixed Contract until July 2027	Contact e-mail address:  [email removed]

 

Job/Person Summary
 Are you passionate about early years education and ready to bring your experience and enthusiasm to a nurturing and well-established school community?  We are thrilled to be expanding our new school-based nursery and are looking to appoint inspirational Nursery Practitioners, permanent positions, to support the work and vision of school leaders. 

 We believe that a child’s first experience of learning should be filled with opportunities for them to be curious about their world, and all within a warm, family friendly and nurturing environment.  This rare opportunity cannot be missed and is the perfect job for someone who is looking to make a real difference to our children’s lives.

 All staff at Locks Heath Infant & Nursery School live and breathe our shared Learning Values, continually ‘Seeking to find out’ how to improve their own performance as well as ‘Working Together’ to support and challenge each other to improve.  We can offer the successful candidates an amazing place to work where the staff are incredibly supportive of each other and where the leadership team fully trusts and respects its staff.  We have a harmonious environment where ‘Everyone Caring’ is at the heart of the school.

  

Main aspects of the role include:

You will work closely with our nursery team to create a caring, engaging and enriching environment in our new Nursery.  Your responsibilities will include;

• Supporting children’s learning and development through play, exploration, and adult-led activities. 
• Encouraging social skills, independence, and confidence in young learners. 
• Helping to establish clear routines that create a calm and supportive environment.
• Planning and delivering activities that promote the EYFS curriculum, in collaboration with the Nursery Manager and in line with the ethos and approach of the provision. 
• Observing, recording, and contributing to the assessment of children’s progress.
• Supporting children with additional needs where required. 
• Assisting with personal care and ensuring children’s well-being at all times. 
• Have a good understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.
• Supporting the children to eat their lunch safely and in line with school expectations. 

What we are looking for someone with:

 

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare (essential and should be a qualification that is recognised on the official DfE list).
• Experience of working in an early years setting. 
• A genuine love for working with young children and supporting their development.  
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach, with a good sense of humour. 
• A clear understanding of the EYFS framework and child development. 
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team. 
• Good Engli