Early Years Nursery Practitioner (Band 3)

Organization: Airedale NHS Foundation Trust via Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Location: Airedale General Hospital (On-site Day Nursery), Steeton, Keighley, United Kingdom

Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time (26.5 hours per week, flexible shift patterns)

Salary Range: £25,760 - £27,476 pro rata per annum

Application Closing Date: Today at 23:59 (Note: The post may close early if high application volumes are received).

Job Introduction

Join an Ofsted-rated 'Good' on-site nursery team and play an instrumental role as we prepare for a brand-new, purpose-built day nursery facility!

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Airedale NHS Foundation Trust to recruit an enthusiastic, caring, and highly motivated childcare practitioner for an Early Years Nursery Practitioner (Band 3) position at Airedale General Hospital.

With Airedale embarking on an inspiring journey to build a brand-new state-of-the-art hospital by 2033 and advancing into a digital future, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated, supportive team at the heart of our community.

About the Role

Working in our busy on-site nursery caring for children aged 0 to 60 months, you will help foster a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment. Key responsibilities include:

Child Development & Care: Caring for children in accordance with their individual physical, social, emotional, and psychological needs.
EYFS & Guidelines: Working within NHS, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and Ofsted national, regional, and local guidelines relating to day nursery provision.
Learning & Activities: Delivering inclusive, non-discriminatory, age-appropriate indoor and outdoor learning experiences tailored to each child.
Partnership Working: Building positive, effective communication links with colleagues, parents, and carers.

About You

We are looking for a passionate and qualified childcare professional who meets the following criteria:

Qualifications: CACHE Level 3 Early Childhood Studies (or equivalent). Additional certificates in Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, or Safeguarding are desirable.
Experience: Previous post-qualifying experience of working with children aged 0–4 years within a day nursery setting.
Skills & Knowledge: Excellent literacy, numeracy, and communication skills, alongside a robust understanding of Ofsted requirements and the EYFS framework.
Note: This post involves access to children and is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Why Join Airedale NHS Foundation Trust?

Competitive NHS Agenda for Change salary (£25,760 - £27,476 pro rata p.a.)
Be part of an exciting transition into a brand-new, purpose-built on-site day nursery
Generous holiday entitlement, excellent pension scheme, and employee health/wellbeing services
Friendly team environment with regular social events and colleague recognition