Nursery Nurses - Full time and Part time Opportunities

Start Date: September 2025 (12 months fixed term with possibility of extension)
Location: Hallfield School, Edgbaston, B15
Salary: £25,466.57 - £28,220 per annum, dependent on relevant experience, skills and qualifications (pro rata for part time).

The Role:

We are looking for enthusiastic and caring individuals to provide exceptional early years care and education. You will:

• Work with children aged 3 months to 3 years in a nurturing environment.
• Support the planning and delivery of exciting and enriching play and learning.
• Ensure care routines and observations are carried out to the highest standard.
• Build strong relationships with parents and work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals.

We welcome:

• Level 3 qualified practitioners with a strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and child protection.
• Candidates with childcare experience looking to gain a Level 3 qualification through an apprenticeship.

Working Arrangements: 

Full time: 40 hrs per week (Monday – Friday) / Part time: 24 hrs per week (Tuesday – Thursday)

Working all year round with 30 days paid annual leave plus paid bank holidays (pro rate for part time). Shifts - Rotation of early/mid/late shifts (between the hours of 7:30am and 6:15pm).

In return, we offer:

• Salary sacrifice group pension scheme
• 30 days paid annual leave (pro-rated for part time) plus paid bank holidays and extra paid concessionary days (between Christmas and New Year).
• Death in service benefit (4 x annual salary).
• Free parking.
• Free staff lunch all year round.
• 50% staff fee discount for staff children attending the school.
• Salary sacrifice schemes, retail discounts and free will writing service.
• Long service recognition.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including counselling
• Onsite Mental Health Champions
• Professional development opportunities with supportive CPD policy.

The Person

You will have:

• A positive, flexible approach and excellent communication skills.
• A strong commitment to child-centred learning and development.
• A good understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding practices.

Safeguarding & Child Protection

Hallfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All roles are subject to thorough pre-employment checks, including full references, an online search for shortlisted candidates, and an enhanced DBS check (including barred list). Additional checks will verify identity, qualifications, fitness to work, and right to work in the UK. Please read our Safeguarding & Child Protection and Safer Recruitment policies.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Closing Date: 15^th August (10am).  We reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

Contact information

Caroline Long