Heron Day Nursery

Level 3 Early Years Educator

Wigan WN1 1XH

Key information

Pay
Above minimum wage after probation, company also signed up to pension contributions
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Remote working
On-site
Posted date
19 Aug 2026
Closing date
18 Sep 2026

About this role

We are hiring a Nursery Practitioner for our busy team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and prioritises communication and engagement.

Responsibilities

Protect and promote the health and well-being of children

Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to.

Ensure that safeguarding procedures are followed

Promote positive relationships in the early years setting

Support children’s learning and development through play

Be a ‘key person’ to a small group of children and build positive relationships with their families

Monitor children’s progress to ensure they reach their developmental targets

Plan and create activities which keep children engaged throughout the day

Enable children to become more independent

Help prepare children for the transition into school life

We are looking at a suitable candidate to work Monday- Friday, 40 hours per week.

Benefits

On site free parking

Reduced childcare fees

First uniform provided

Refreshments

Small family run business

Attendance rewards

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

Childcare

Company events

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Experience

Nursery

1 year (required)

Childcare

1 year (required)