Senior Childcare Practitioners

Les Enfants Day Nursery-Darwen, United Kingdom

We have two positions available for Senior Practitioners - Les Enfants Nursery & Forest School

Full-time Permanent

Are you ready to take the next step in your childcare career and grow as a leader?
At Les Enfants, our values centre around nurturing happy, confident, curious children and empowering our team to shine just as brightly. We are looking for two dedicated Senior Practitioners who share our passion for high-quality early years education, and are ready to help shape inspiring experiences for our children and families.

About the Role

As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a key part in ensuring every child receives exceptional care, is safe, and enjoys stimulating, well-planned learning experiences aligned with the EYFS. Alongside your childcare responsibilities, you will support the day-to-day running of the room championing our nursery values, upholding our high standards, and helping create a warm, inclusive environment where children and staff thrive.

We are committed to your success, offering ongoing guidance, training and development so you feel confident and supported in your leadership journey.

What We’re Looking For

  • Level III in Childcare (or working towards)
  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development
  • A caring, fun, friendly and approachable nature
  • A proactive attitude with the confidence to use your initiative
  • Ambition and a desire to grow within an inspiring early years setting

Why Join Les Enfants?
- Competitive salary package:

  • Excellent progression opportunities with funded CPD
  • Supportive leadership that invests in your skills and wellbeing
  • Fantastic staff amenities & team culture:

  • Discounts for childcare and exclusive team benefits:

  • A dedicated wellbeing support app and 24 hr GP access:

  • A workplace where your ideas, passion and personality truly matter


If you’d like to find out more or have any questions, we’d love to hear from you.
Telephone: 01254 760473

Take the next step in your early years career come grow with us at Les Enfants.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £12.65 per hour

Benefits:

  • Childcare
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking

Experience:

  • Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person