Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

The role:

At Next we have a great opportunity for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our onsite nursery at the Next Head Office in Leicester. Rated OUTSTANDING in all areas by Ofsted, our setting offers a unique opportunity for a dedicated Early Years professional to drive the highest standards of childcare. Here, you will combine a nurturing, child-centered philosophy with a high-profile professional infrastructure, providing a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child and your career can truly thrive

You will also have the potential to earn a discretionary 10% attendance bonus, increasing your earning potential to £14.44 per hour.

This is a temporary position for 12 months

What you'll take on:

• Plan and implement sophisticated, age-appropriate activities that challenge and inspire individual development.
• Manage comprehensive "Records of Achievement" for your allocated children, ensuring their milestones are documented with care.
• Act as a professional point of contact for families, fostering a collaborative approach to their child’s learning journey.
• Work closely with parents of children with SEND to ensure seamless integration and tailored support.
• Maintain a culture of vigilance, adhering to strict safeguarding and Health & Safety protocols to ensure a secure environment.
• Oversee the well being of children, including nutritional needs, hygiene, and providing a comforting environment for rest and recovery.

What you'll bring:

• A recognised Level 3 Nursery qualification (or working towards it) and a strong command of English.
• Deep practical knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and a proven track record of purposeful planning.
• The ability to liaise confidently with parents, carers, and senior management while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• An enthusiastic, energetic, and flexible approach. You should be someone who leads by example and is willing to support the team across all areas of the nursery operation.
• A dedication to equal opportunities and a desire to continually review and enhance the service we provide.

Benefits

• 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
• Company performance based bonus
• Sharesave scheme
• On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
• 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Early VIP access to sale stock
• Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
• Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
• Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
• Free on-site parking
• Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
• Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
• Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
• Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
• Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.