Job Description

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.

You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 44,000 people across the Next group. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 450 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 80 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!