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Permanent

Qualified Nursery Nurse

Zero2Five Early Years Recruitment
Kettering
money-bag £27000 - £31000/annum
Posted: 21 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 19 September 2026
Ref: 225519914

Qualified Nursery Nurse

Zero2Five are proud to be working with a high-quality day nursery in Kettering, who are looking for a passionate Level 3+ Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join their friendly and dedicated team

The Role

  • Position: Qualified Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 or above
  • Location: Kettering
  • Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
  • Working hours: Monday–Friday, varied shifts between 7:30am–6:30pm
  • Working pattern: Choice of a 4 or 5-day week
  • Salary: £27,289.60–£30,929.60 per annum (pro-rata)
  • Hourly rate: £13.12–£14.87 per hour

What’s on Offer?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established childcare organisation with a strong focus on career development, wellbeing and rewarding its people.

Benefits include:

  • 23 days’ annual leave, rising to 28 days with length of service, plus bank holidays
  • Up to 20 additional paid days off each year through Partnership Reward Days, with the option to take the days or sell them tax-free
  • Up to 75% discounted childcare for parents and up to 40% for grandparents, subject to contracted hours
  • Long-service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts
  • Free meals, mental health and occupational health support
  • Flu jabs and eye care vouchers
  • Free will-writing service
  • Excellent training, apprenticeships and career development opportunities

What We’re Looking For

  • Do you have a full and relevant Early Years qualification? You hold a Level 3 qualification or above.
  • Do you create opportunities for learning? You use your knowledge of the EYFS to plan and provide fun, engaging activities that support children’s learning through play. You observe, assess and record children’s progress.
  • Do you support safeguarding? You help make sure every child feels safe, valued and happy, while promoting their health, safety and well-being.
  • Do you work well with others? You enjoy working closely with children, parents and colleagues. You communicate well and build strong, positive relationships.

Apply today! Or email your most up to date CV to ollie@zero2five

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