Part-Time Nursery Practitioner (Term time only) at The City of Liverpool College

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jun, 26

Salary

17116.54

Posted On

22 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Childcare, Education, Safeguarding, Curriculum Development, Observation, Planning, Record Keeping, Organisational Skills, Time Management, Communication, Team Working, Key Person Role, Integrity, Initiative, IT Proficiency

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Part-Time Nursery Practitioner (Term time only) Application Deadline: 5 April 2026 Department: Nursery Employment Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool Compensation: £16,151 - £17,117 / year Description Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Department: Nursery Salary: £16,150.66 - £17,116.54 per annum (FTE £25,299 - £26,812) Job Type: Permanent Hours: 25 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks) The on-site college nursery is located in the Arts Centre site. It opened in September 2019, following the amalgamation of 2 college nurseries. The nursery provides fully funded childcare for eligible students and staff of the college. A small number of places are also available to those working locally outside of the college community. The purpose of this role is to work as part of the nursery staff team delivering a high standard of care and education though an inclusive curriculum for pre-school children. The post holder has safeguarding responsibility, responding to, and reporting safeguarding and child protection incidents on an immediate basis in line with policies, procedures and protocols. The post holder will support the daily running and administration of the nursery, adhering to The City of Liverpool College policies and procedures and all relevant legislation and guidance including the Childcare Act 2006, Working Together 2018, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, Prevent Duty, Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Ofsted framework, Health and Safety, GDPR compliance, Food Standards Agency, and Local Authority requirements. Responsible to: Nursery Manager/Childcare Manager Key Responsibilities To work within the staff: child ratios, to a professional level that meets the required standards and conditions of registration To actively participate in the delivery of flexible and innovative, high-quality childcare 3. To contribute to the construction and delivery of a fully inclusive, integrated curriculum adhering to the principles of the EYFS Partake in supervision arrangements, staff meetings, discussions and peer observations. Assisting the leadership team by taking the minutes when asked, to ensure accurate records of such meetings are kept To act as a key person to a designated group of children, observing, planning and recording each child’s development and in line with the EYFS statutory framework. Ensure the personalised learning and development package devised for each child is effective in meeting their individual needs Assist with claims for free entitlement hours as requested and support parents to complete a claim form Assist in the purchasing of consumables for the nursery, as required and ensure adequate supplies are maintained 9 Be responsible for the accurate completion and monitoring of attendance registers and ensure other records requited are up to date and managed in line with Data Protection and GDPR regulations Contribute as required, to any Ofsted inspection 11. Adhere to policies, procedure and protocols to ensure the health and safety, security and welfare of children, staff, students and visitors Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Relevant qualification in Early Years Childcare/Education (Level 2 minimum) Recent experience of working with children in a pre-school setting Knowledge and understanding of child development, key legislative framework, The Early Years Foundation Stage, safeguarding and child protection practices Good organisational skills and effective time management to ensure delegated tasks are completed and deadlines met. Ability to work under own initiative Effective communication and team working skills Experience of the Key Person role Personal qualities of integrity, honesty, transparency and commitment to/ownership of the mission & values of the College. Positive personality - self-motivated, passionate & driven to achieve the best outcome for students Commitment to own professional development and to participate fully in training opportunities Be a conversant user of MS and IT systems and have a willingness to learn and develop ICT skills to ensure effective productivity Willingness & ability to embrace new systems to drive forward initiatives within the nursery Willingness & ability to contribute to the development of the college nursery Professional Practice and Values To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College Group ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of college life. To support cross college activities as required, in particular during key enrolment and invigilation periods. Carry out any other relevant and appropriate duties as determined by the needs of the service and as appropriate to the grade Please Note This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged. Benefits Why Join The City of Liverpool College? As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development. Here are some of the benefits available to you: Generous holiday allowance Up to 30 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 wellbeing day. You’ll also benefit from 5 to 7 days statutory closure and 2 further days closure at Easter. Pension Scheme You'll be part of the Aviva pension scheme, with contributions of up to 10%. Employee Benefits Platform As part of your role, you’ll have access to the COLC Employee Benefits Platform, a one-stop hub for a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and everyday savings. You’ll be able to access discounts at major supermarkets, fashion and lifestyle retailers, tech stores, travel providers, and more. You’ll also benefit from the Cycle to Work Scheme, cinema and leisure discounts and tech and home appliance discounts, with the option of spreading the cost through salary sacrifice. The platform is part of our commitment to supporting you in every aspect of your working life – and beyond. Health and Wellbeing As part of our commitment to supporting your health and wellbeing, all employees have access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a completely confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year. Whether you’re facing personal challenges, looking for advice, or simply need someone to talk to, Health Assured is here to help. Through Health Assured, you can access a 24/7 confidential helpline, face to face, online or telephone counselling, as well as structured support for a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationships, bereavement, legal and financial concerns. You'll also have access to the online wellbeing portal, a secure, user-friendly platform offering a wide range of self-help resources, health assessments, articles, and guidance covering emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing, and to the Wisdom App, which offers mood trackers and wellbeing tools, meditation guides, fitness videos, and self-help modules as well as daily wellbeing tips. Medicash Scheme Access to Medicash health plans – supporting you and your family with enhanced access to treatment, wellbeing services, and expert care whenever you need it. We also offer free flu vaccinations to help keep you feeling your best all year round. Life Assurance We offer life assurance to give you and your family added peace of mind — with a benefit of up to three times your annual salary payable in the event of death in service. Travel We offer interest-free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail. That means you can enjoy the savings of up to two months' free travel—without having to cover the full cost upfront. It’s all about making your commute more affordable and less stressful. Flexible Working We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work-life balance. Professional Development We’re passionate about helping you thrive, offering a mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities—designed to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and accelerate your career. College Benefits Our excellent sports and fitness facilities can be used free of charge by staff. You can also access a range of discounted hair and beauty treatments at our Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons, and a staff discount at our Academy Restaurant.

Responsibilities

The role involves working as part of the nursery staff team to deliver high standards of care and education using an inclusive curriculum for pre-school children. Key duties include acting as a key person, observing and planning child development according to the EYFS framework, and supporting daily nursery administration and compliance.