Senior Early Years Practitioner 

Whether you’re known as an Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, Educator, or simply a passionate professional—your role is essential in shaping young minds and building the foundation for lifelong learning.

Now’s your chance to take the next step in your career! Our beautiful Hopscotch nursery in Shirley (Regents Park Road) is looking for a Senior Early Years Practitioner to support the Room Leader in guiding a dedicated team and nurturing children’s development in a warm, inspiring environment.

💫 Why This Role Matters:

If you're ready to embrace a meaningful leadership opportunity and help inspire the next generation, we’d love to welcome you into the Hopscotch family.

✅ What You’ll Need:

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years Qualification
• A passion for working with children
• Completion of safer recruitment checks, including an Application Form and enhanced DBS check

🎯 Your Key Responsibilities:

🤝 Work closely with the Room Leader to plan engaging, EYFS-aligned activities

🧼 Help maintain a clean, safe environment—reporting any issues promptly

🌟 Be a reliable, flexible, and supportive team member

📣 Communicate confidently with parents and carers about their child’s progress

🎨 Create a vibrant, inclusive, and stimulating learning space

📝 Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time

🛡️ Uphold company policies and report any concerns appropriately

📋 Role Details:

• Contract: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
• Salary: £28,828.80 pro rata
• Additional Pay: All Regents Park employees receive an extra £0.30 per hour worked as a location weighting payment (included in the advertised salary, subject to terms and conditions)

Ready to grow into your leadership potential and make a lasting impact in early years education? Apply today and take this exciting step forward with Hopscotch!