Nursery Practitioner

Key Responsibilities To welcome and assist child(ren) on arrival and departure; To provide comprehensive verbal handover to parents; To ensure the child(ren) feel included with their peers at all times including snack and mealtimes; To provide constant supervision and support; Provide daily assistance and support to all children as required; Support and deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum; Contribute to planning and preparation of daily activities; Provide a safe and stimulating environment for all children; and Promote the welfare of children and young people. Key Person Specification Requirements GCSE Grade C (4 / 5) in Maths and English (or equivalent); Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards; Up to date knowledge of current educational practice – latest EYFS (September 2025); Ability to use information technology to supplement education (Iconnect / Parentzone): Proven skills in working with children and understanding their needs; and Enhanced DBS check. Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details. If you’re interested in this new opportunity, you can apply by sending a completed application form to by 9am on 27 November 2025. We do not consider applications submitted through recruitment agencies. The selection process will take place on 4 December 2025. Benefits Access to world‑class facilities Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses in the areas below. If you’re interested in learning more about this, please email Equality and Diversity Information, Advice and Guidance Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent Principles of Customer Service Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities Competitive salary Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 21% for LGPS) 35 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Onsite fitness and childcare facilities Employee benefit platform Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon Free onsite parking Employee Referral Scheme Staff Awards If you wish to discuss any aspects of the role prior to making an application, then please email where arrangements will be made for a discussion with the relevant department. Starting Point Nursery An ‘Outstanding’ Nursery located in a purpose‑built setting since 2010, set in beautiful surroundings including extensive outdoor areas and a forest school. Starting Point Nursery was first established in 1995 for students' children, due to its increasing demand and popularity it opened to the local community, offering full‑time provision and building an excellent reputation over the years. We have excellent partnerships with our parents and carers as we understand how important these relationships are. At Starting Point we value a kind, safe and secure environment in which we encourage children to learn through play, provide quality interactions and an outstanding curriculum. Crewe Campus Our impressive facilities are the perfect place for learners to meet new friends and be immersed in an environment that is ideal for learning. As well as our modern classrooms, the Crewe Campus boasts : A multi‑purpose sports hall; Climbing wall; Fitness gym; TV and radio studios with specialist equipment; Mock aircraft cabin; Award‑winning restaurant, The Academy; Hair, beauty and barbering salons; Professional Centre Stage theatre and engineering and construction workshops; and New Institute of Technology (Construction began 2024). Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought. #J-18808-Ljbffr