May 07, 2026

EY Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner - Runcorn

£27,456 yearly

Job Description

*REQUIRED – F/T NURSERY PRACTITIONER LEVEL 2/3 AT DUNKY’S, OUTSTANDING NURSERY, RUNCORN. *

Due to the new Government Funding rules, and our "Outstanding" Ofsted Report our children’s numbers are increasing, so we are again seeking an outgoing, enthusiastic and motivating Nursery Practitioner to recruit to our team at our *RUNCORN NURSERY.*

You will be joining an experienced staff team which is able to support future career development and enhance your personal development. You will need to be flexible to the needs of the business. The successful candidates that join our team will be a proactive, positive Practitioner who can support and deliver the EYFS confidently to all children. You will have the ability and motivation to work as part of a team to deliver outstanding results for our children and families.

*We offer an excellent package:-*

· Salary up to £27,456 pro rata depending on experience & qualifications with an annual salary review.

. DBS Check paid for L2/3 qualified staff

· Subsidised Childcare 30% per annum for Nursery Practitioners.

· Christmas Week Closure and 3pm finish on Christmas Eve.

· Birthday Voucher for every employee.

· Refer a Friend Scheme - £100 voucher for referring a friend.

· Free Uniform Provided.

· Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme (up to 5 extra days).

· Free Parking.

· Annual Awards Ceremony to celebrate individual / teams’ achievements.

· Staff Appreciation Gifts.

· Quality Training and Career Progression.

. Company Pension

· 5.6 weeks holiday (pro rata) inc. Bank Holidays

· Discounted days out & shopping rewards

· Supportive Head Office Team External helpline with professional counsellors and counselling when required - support for your health & wellbeing 24 hours a day

*Some of your responsibilities will include:*

* To ensure the children are cared for in a happy, safe and stimulating environment.
* To plan, prepare and implement appropriate planning for children of all stages of development and look at next steps.
* To work with all age groups and cover in different rooms as required.
* To work in partnership with parents and carers and external agencies.
* To follow and implement all the policies and procedures set out by the nursery.

*You will need to have the following qualifications, training and experience:*

* EY Qualification Level 2/3 - Deal Breaker
* A firm understanding of the EYFS.
* Good communication and social skills

For more information, please call Lesley on 0151 459 3981.

*“Dunky’s Day Nurseries are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment”. Please see our website for our full safeguarding policy.*

*Any role offer is subject to a clear enhanced DBS check prior to employment with us. It is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity.*

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £27,456.00 per year

Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking



Ability to commute/relocate:
* Runcorn WA7 4JJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
* What inspires you to want to work with young children?
* Do you have a Level 2/ 3 or above Early Years Childcare Qualification? Deal Breaker

Experience:
* Nursery: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person6559695857610910?sf=b6100

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