Early Years Practitioner

Advertised by Invested Recruiter Group

Location
Tonbridge, Kent
Salary
£25,945 - £28,020 a year Plus Benefits
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Education
Posted
9 October 2026
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Job description

Early Years Practitioner & Preschool Room Leader Opportunities!

Location: Near Tonbridge, Kent, TN11

Salary: Circa £13.13–£14.18 per hour (£25,945–£28,020 per annum), depending on qualifications and experience
Hours: 38 hours over 4 days | Permanent | All year round

We’re looking for enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners and a Preschool Room Leader to join a friendly nursery team in a beautiful rural village setting.

With a supportive team, a strong focus on staff development and opportunities to contribute ideas and develop the curriculum, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your Early Years career in a setting that values its staff.

Whether you’re a newly qualified practitioner or an experienced room leader, we’d love to hear from you!

Working Hours:

  • Room Leader: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 7:45am–6:00pm, Friday, 7:45am–3:00pm.
  • Nursery Practitioner: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 7:45am–6:00pm, Friday, 7:45am–3:00pm.

Benefits:

  • 50% childcare discount
  • Free onsite parking
  • 4 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Paid two-week Christmas closure
  • Career progression and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan engaging indoor and outdoor activities inspired by children’s interests.
  • Observe, assess and plan next steps in line with the EYFS.
  • Maintain children's learning records and key person documentation.
  • Follow safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
  • Build positive relationships with parents and colleagues.
  • For the Room Leader role, support and guide the team while maintaining high standards of practice.

About You:

  • Practitioner: Level 2 or above in Early Years/Childcare.
  • Room Leader: Level 3 or above in Early Years/Childcare.
  • Previous nursery or childcare experience.
  • Good knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding.
  • Passionate about children's learning and development.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Right to work in the UK.

Interested in your next Early Years opportunity? Please send your CV today!

Reference 225710217

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