(OD) Level 3 Early Years Practitioners

RAF Association; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is seeking dedicated Early Years Practitioners for their welcoming nursery. This role involves planning engaging activities that align with EYFS outcomes and supporting children with unique needs. With a commitment to career development and a nurturing environment, you will be part of a passionate team that makes a real difference in children's lives. Enjoy a range of benefits including subsidised childcare, training opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture. If you're ready to take the next step in your childcare career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Subsidised childcare

Training and qualifications

Access to internal promotions

6.6 weeks annual leave

Onsite gym

Swimming pool

Refer a Friend Bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Looking for qualified practitioners with a passion for childcare.
• Experience with EYFS and supporting children with special needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan fun and educational activities within EYFS learning outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and support children with special needs.

Skills

Childcare

EYFS learning outcomes

Special educational needs support

Planning educational activities

Education

Qualified practitioner status

Tools

Nursery resources

Job description

Level 3 Early Years Practitioners

Full Time and Part Time Roles Available

RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Odiham, Hook RG29 1QD

£12.73 per hour

We offer

• Subsidised childcare to all permanent staff
• Enrolment onto training and qualifications to further your career development with RAFAKidz
• Access to internal promotions
• 6.6 weeks annual leave including time off over the Christmas period
• Onsite gym and swimming pool
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Our nursery

If you’re a talented, passionate and dedicated childcare professional looking for your next step, our welcoming and warm nursery at RAFAKidz Odiham is the place for you! With our friendly team and small room sizes we can offer exciting experiences every day. Located in a beautiful setting close to Basingstoke and Fleet, our little RAFAKidz family are always busy with trips out, picnics, parties and outdoor learning. For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances, we provide experiences that will help them be confident and reach their full potential.

Role

As a qualified practitioner, you will be fully involved in planning fun, educational and stimulating activities within the scope of EYFS learning outcomes, along with maintaining accurate records that fulfil Ofsted requirements. You will have key worker responsibilities for a group of children and work closely with the nursery management team and SEND Lead to identify and support children with special educational needs and disabilities. The needs of military families are unique and if you feel like you could make a difference to military families, we would love to hear from you.

We pride ourselves on being an organisation that nurtures our nurseries and teams. With a brilliant range of nursery resources, you can be assured we will always provide you with the tools that you need to provide exceptional childcare for the local community. By joining us as part of our RAFAKidz family we will make a commitment to your ongoing career development and future opportunities. A recent staff survey reflected that 80% of our nursery colleagues are proud to work for RAFAKidz. A full job description is available to download on our website www.rafakidz.org.

Come and meet us!

We welcome enquiries and visits so please do contact us if you’d like to come and view the nursery and find out more about the role. Please call 01256 262067.

To apply

Apply via our website www.rafakidz.org.uk. We aim to contact applicants who have the relevant qualifications and experience within 3 days of application so please do add our phone number to your contact list!

Closing date Wednesday 23 April – interviews ongoing so please do not delay in applying, we’d love to hear from you!