Job details

Salary: Level 2 qualified £13.50 per hour or Level 3 qualified £14.00 per hour

Employer: Buttercups Nursery School

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset,

Contract type: Permanent

Working pattern: Full time

Closing date: 14 August 2026 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

Full-Time

Permanent Position – Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Salary: Level 2 qualified £13.50 per hour / Level 3 qualified £14.00 per hour

What will I be doing?

Buttercups Nursery School in Huntworth, Bridgwater are looking for a warm, enthusiastic and dedicated Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive nursery team. If you are passionate about helping children thrive in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

  • A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential).
  • A caring, reliable and positive attitude.
  • Good knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding practices.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • A commitment to providing outstanding care and learning opportunities for every child.

What is in it for me?

We value our team and offer a range of benefits, including:

  • 6 weeks’ paid holiday, including 2 additional paid days.
  • Additional unpaid leave of up to half of your contracted weekly hours each holiday year (with one month’s notice).
  • Annual staff wellbeing day and Christmas/end-of-school-year celebrations.
  •  £25 shopping voucher for no sickness absence between 1st September and 31st August.
  • Access to discounts at shops, restaurants and cinemas through the Teacher Discount app.
  • Staff meeting raffle with prizes worth up to £25.
  •  Chance to win a free weekend stay in our Devon mobile home for excellent attendance.
  •  10% staff discount on stays at our Devon mobile home.
  •  Regular staff appreciation gifts throughout the year, including Easter, birthdays and Christmas.
  • Free, confidential 24/7 staff counselling and wellbeing support.

DBS check

Enhanced DBS check

Supporting documents and information

In line with our safeguarding procedures, all appointments are subject to:

  • Satisfactory references.
  • An Enhanced DBS check.
  • Verification of the right to work in the UK.

Please note: Employment cannot commence until an Enhanced DBS check has been completed and a satisfactory clearance has been received, in accordance with our safeguarding requirements.

If you’re looking to join a welcoming team where your hard work is recognised and appreciated, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV to info@buttercupsnursery.uk or contact us for more information.

Closing Date Friday 14 August

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