Nursery Nurse, Band 3- Little Apples Nursery

Job summary

Come and be a part of our welcoming and supportive team at Little Apples Day Nursery in Cheltenham, an NHS nursery that delivers exceptional childcare within a high organisation. We take pride in providing exceptional care for children, whilst providing a supportive work environment for our staff.

At Little Apples, you'll be greeted with a warm welcome from our experienced team, and you'll be part of a positive environment that offers numerous opportunities for career growth. As part of the NHS, we offer a large range of benefits, including 27 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, an excellent pension package, NHS discounts, flexible working opportunities and much more!

With a team that includes Nursery Trainees to Degree-Level practitioners, you'll be joining a dynamic and collaborative environment where your personal and professional growth is encouraged. We are committed to nurturing and supporting your development in the childcare. You will have the opportunity to grow your skills, take on new opportunities, and grow your career.

Each day at our nursery is filled with new experiences, offering both fun and learning for the children and staff. If you're friendly, approachable, and full of energy and enthusiasm, we'd love for you to bring your passion for childcare and fresh ideas to our collaborative team. Apply now and be a part of something special.

Additional working pattern details: Part time and full time considered

Main duties of the job

The Gloucestershire Hospitals Nurseries began operating over 30 years ago and are located in Gloucester and Cheltenham. The nurseries offer full day care for 52 weeks per year, from 7.00am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday for children up until the age of 5.

Personal specification

- Hold a level 3 or equivalent in childcare

- First Aid for people who work with young children

- Safe Guarding and Basic food hygiene training

- To have knowledge and understanding of Early Years Foundation stage.

- To have understanding of observation, assessment and planning and able to complete learning journeys and development paper work

- Excellent interpersonal skills and effective time management skills

- Ability to communicate, engage children's interest and facilitate their learning through fun play activities

- Conscientious and consistent and to be able to prioritise

- Motivated and enthusiastic and to be able to act calm under pressure

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Details

Date posted

27 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year (pa, pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

318-26-T0080-A

Job locations

Little Apples Nursery (CGH)

Cheltenham

GL53 7BY

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