Peripatetic Early Years Outdoor Practitioner (working across Fordell Firs and Abercorn Sites

A role with a difference…

Little Bugs is a sector-leading outdoor nursery, and we are looking for a passionate, qualified Early Years Outdoor Practitioner to join our team in a unique peripatetic role across both of our woodland settings.

This is not your typical nursery position. You will play an active role in the development, growth, and day-to-day life of two inspiring outdoor settings, working alongside a skilled and supportive team to shape high-quality practice.

If you are someone who thrives in dynamic environments, loves the outdoors, and wants to be part of something progressive and meaningful this could be the role for you.

About the role

• Work across both Little Bugs sites, bringing consistency, creativity, and strong practice
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of our provision
• Support high-quality, child-led outdoor experiences rooted in play and wellbeing
• Build strong, nurturing relationships with children and staff across both settings
• Engage in observations and documentation to support planning and children’s progress in a meaningful, manageable, and purposeful way (no unnecessary paperwork!)
• Be part of a team that values reflection, innovation, and doing things differently

This role offers variety, professional growth, and the chance to influence practice across two established and respected outdoor settings.

What we’re looking for

• A qualified Early Years Practitioner (e.g. SVQ Level 3 in Social Services (Children and Young People), HNC Childhood Practice, or equivalent recognised by the SSSC)
• Registration (or eligibility to register) with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)
• A genuine passion for outdoor learning and play pedagogy
• Confidence working flexibly across different environments and teams
• A nurturing, relational approach to supporting children, including those with additional support needs
• A willingness to get stuck in, be part of a team, and embrace the outdoors in all weathers

What we offer

• A truly unique and rewarding role with opportunities to shape practice
• Full staff uniform
• First-class training and professional development opportunities
• Wellness days to support staff wellbeing
• Private healthcare programme (available after 2 years’ service)
• A supportive, forward-thinking team that values innovation and staff voice

Flexibility

We welcome part-time or job share applications please indicate your preferred working pattern within your application.

Why Little Bugs?

At Little Bugs, we do things differently. We believe in the power of outdoor learning to transform children’s experiences, support wellbeing, and create meaningful, real-life learning. This role is an opportunity to be part of a setting that is leading the way in outdoor early years practice.

Come and be part of something special, send us your CV and we will be in touch.