Early Years Practitioner

Dunky's Day Nurseries Ltd.; Dutton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Warrington is seeking an enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join their team. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 and a solid understanding of EYFS. Responsibilities include ensuring a safe environment for children and planning developmentally appropriate activities. The role offers a salary up to £25,600 pro rata and various benefits including subsidised childcare, holiday loyalty bonuses, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

30% Subsidised Childcare

Free Uniform Provided

Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme

Annual Awards Ceremony

Discounted days out & shopping rewards

Company pension

Qualifications

• Must be flexible to the needs of the business.
• Ability to work as part of a team to deliver outstanding results.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the children are cared for in a safe and stimulating environment.
• Plan, prepare and implement appropriate planning for children.
• Work in partnership with parents and external agencies.

Skills

Good communication and social skills

Understanding of EYFS

Education

NVQ level 3

Job description

NURSERY PRACTITIONER LEVEL 3 OR ABOVE AT DUNKY’S DAY NURSERY, WARRINGTON (Up to 40 Hour Contracts Available)

Due to our children’s numbers increasing, we are seeking an outgoing, enthusiastic and motivating Nursery Practitioner to recruit to our team at our WARRINGTON Nursery.
You will be joining an experienced staff team which is able to support future career development and enhance your personal development. You will need to be flexible to the needs of the business. The successful candidates that join our team will be a proactive, positive Practitioner who can support and deliver the EYFS confidently to all children. You will have the ability and motivation to work as part of a team to deliver outstanding results for our children and families.
We offer an excellent package:-
• Salary up to £25,600 pro rata depending on experience & qualifications with an annual salary review.
• 30% Subsidised Childcare for Nursery Practitioners
• Christmas Week Closure and 3pm finish on Christmas Eve
• Birthday Voucher for every employee
• Refer a Colleague Scheme - £100 voucher for referring a member of staff to Dunky’s (T&C apply)
• Free Uniform Provided
• Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme (up to 5 extra days)
• Free Parking
• Annual Awards Ceremony to celebrate individual / teams’ achievements.
• Staff Appreciation Gifts
• Quality Training and Career Progression
• Company pension
• 5.6 weeks holiday (pro rata) inc. Bank Holidays
• Discounted days out & shopping rewards
• Supportive Head Office Team External helpline with professional counsellors and counselling when required - support for your health & wellbeing 24 hours a day.

Some of your responsibilities will include:
• To ensure the children are cared for in a happy, safe and stimulating environment.
• To plan, prepare and implement appropriate planning for children of all stages of development and look at next steps.
• To work with all age groups and cover in different rooms as required.
• To work in partnership with parents and carers and external agencies.
• To follow and implement all the policies and procedures set out by the nursery.

You will need to have the following qualifications, training and experience:
• NVQ level 3.
• A firm understanding of the EYFS.
• Good communication and social skills

Call Lesley Foulkes on 0151 459 3981 for more information and to set up an interview.

Dunky’s Day Nurseries are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Any role offer is subject to a clear enhanced DBS check prior to employment with us. It is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity.