Early Years Nursery Practitioner Role in Sunderland with Sponsorship: Join a Caring Team, Apply Now

Location
Sunderland, Tyne & Wear

Type
Permanent – Full Time

Salary (£)
£12.21 to £12.30 per hour

About Bubbly Gems Nursery
Bubbly Gems Nursery have built a warm, family-like environment where every child is nurtured, valued and encouraged to flourish. They believe early years are the most important years of a child’s life, and they pour their hearts into creating playful, stimulating spaces where children feel safe to explore and grow. Their team thrives on shared laughter, small wins and those moments when a child masters something for the first time.

Job details

Benefits

• Supportive team culture – Work alongside friendly colleagues who always have your back
• Ongoing training – Access regular sessions to keep your skills fresh and up to date
• Career stability – Enjoy a permanent role with clear opportunities to progress
• Positive environment – Be part of a setting where children and staff feel valued

Requirements

• Full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years (mandatory)
• Friendly and patient approach with a genuine love for working with children
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate well with parents
• Organisational skills to manage observations and records with accuracy
• Flexibility to attend training and adapt to different situations with ease

Salary Details

£12.21 to £12.30 per hour depending on experience and qualifications

About the Role

This role is all about making a difference in those magical early years. You’ll be caring for children aged 0-5, meeting their daily needs with warmth and attentiveness while also supporting their learning through age-appropriate activities. You’ll have the joy of watching them hit milestones, from first steps to first words, knowing you’ve played a part in their journey.

Working as part of a close-knit team, you’ll follow the Early Years Foundation Stage, helping every child to feel safe, supported and inspired to explore. Your role also involves being a key person to a small group of children, building strong bonds with their families so they feel part of the nursery community. Every day will bring variety, laughter and the chance to leave a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Care for children’s daily needs to keep them healthy, safe and happy
• Plan and deliver play opportunities that spark curiosity and learning
• Observe, assess and record development so each child gets the right support
• Build positive relationships with parents, making them feel included
• Keep the environment clean, safe and welcoming for all
• Work in partnership with colleagues and outside agencies when needed

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They welcome applications from all backgrounds, valuing diversity and promoting equal opportunities for everyone.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Bubbly Gems Ltd
• Address: Bubbly Gems Nursery, 15 Hylton Road, Millfield, Sunderland, SR4 7AF
• Contact: recruitment@bubblygems.co.uk

Reference Number
jobref007

How To Apply
If you’re ready to bring your skills and heart to a place where children truly thrive, apply today.