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Job Summary
Nursery Nurse Permanent 30 Hours Per Week (3 Full Days) Leeds LS9
Job Title: Qualified Nursery Nurse / Early Years Educator
Location: Leeds (LS9)
Contract: Permanent Part-Time (30 hours over 3 full days)
Salary: Starting from 12.21 per hour (National Living Wage / age-dependent minimums apply)
Benefits: Comprehensive health & wellbeing package including free 24/7 Virtual GP access & confidential counselling
Start Date: 5th October 2026
Are you an energetic Early Years specialist who loves bringing curiosity music and joy into the classroom We represent a vibrant community-focused nursery in Leeds (LS9) on the lookout for a talented passionate Nursery Nurse ready to inspire the next generation!
If you want a fantastic work-life balanceworking just 3 full days a weekwhile enjoying industry-leading wellbeing perks and a supportive team culture this is the perfect move for you.
Spark Imaginations: Bring learning to life by leading lively songs storytelling sensory play and creative activities tailored to early years stages.
Champion Milestones: Observe celebrate and document the growth of little learners sharing key developmental moments with proud parents and carers.
Provide Loving Care: Build secure trusted bonds with babies and toddlers ensuring every child feels safe valued and encouraged to explore.
Foster Strong Partnerships: Connect closely with families offering warm daily handovers and informative developmental updates.
Collaborate & Grow: Work alongside an enthusiastic close-knit team that values creativity high safety standards and fun!
Qualifications: Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or a recognized equivalent early years qualification.
Skill & Passion: A natural talent for engaging young children and babies paired with sound knowledge of the EYFS framework and childcare best practices.
Communication & Energy: A warm proactive approach great organizational abilities and positive communication skills.
Safety First: Ability to complete/hold an Enhanced DBS check. Paediatric First Aid certification is a huge bonus!
Great Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 4 days off every week with a structured 3-full-day schedule (30 hours per week).
Competitive Pay: Starting from 12.21/hr (dependent on age-related National Minimum/Living Wage guidelines).
Standout Wellbeing Perks: Prioritize your own health with on-demand access to a Virtual GP and free confidential counselling through the teams dedicated wellness package.
Inspiring Environment: Join a welcoming nursery setting where your dedication is recognized and rewarded every single day.
Opportunities with a 3-day working pattern in Leeds LS9 fill quickly!
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Required Skills:
Who We Are Looking For: We pride ourselves on providing nurseries with enthusiastic reliable staff who genuinely love working with children.
Required Education:
You must hold a Full & Relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification (e.g. NVQ CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator NNEB). Please note: Due to government ratio regulations Health & Social Care or Teaching Assistant (TA) qualifications do not meet the criteria for Qualified Practitioner rates. Compliance (The 2025 Standard): To be counted in nursery ratios you must hold a Full Paediatric First Aid (PFA) certificate. If you dont have one right you need to get one within 6 months.