Nursery pracitioner

Childrens Day Care Company Ltd; Elmbridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's nursery provider is seeking a qualified Nursery Practitioner Level 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 to join their dedicated team. This position offers a competitive salary of £28,000 to £35,000 per year, with benefits such as holiday, training opportunities, and childcare discounts. Ideal candidates will have an NVQ in childcare and a proactive attitude. Join us to support children's growth and development in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

£28,000 to £35,000 salary

31 days holiday

Wage advance service

Private video GP service

Life insurance

Childcare discount

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum level 2 NVQ in childcare qualification.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Subject to DBS check (we pay).
• Subject to references.
• Positive, proactive, and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Treat every child as a unique person and respect their rights.
• Observe, interact, and assess a child’s progress.
• Ensure high-quality education and care while upholding regulations.

Skills

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Minimum level 2 NVQ in childcare qualification

Job description

We’re looking for a qualified Nursery Practitioner Level 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 (called Early Years Educator to EYT or QTS) at our beautiful and inspiring nursery in Hampton Court. 4 or 5 days a week.

This position has opened up due to a practitioner relocating to another part of the country, so this is a rare opportunity to join our small, dedicated team at Hampton Court.

Here at The Butterfly Patch, we are a privately-owned nursery group with six settings in Croydon, Cobham, Hampton Court, Morden, South Norwood and Sutton.

Responsibilities

• To treat every child as a unique person whilst respecting their rights, choices, religion, cultures and different stages of development and capabilities
• To be able to laugh, cry and play. To be approachable, calm and a good role model. Play, learn, grow and be.
• Ensure the highest possible quality of education, care, hygiene, and safety whilst upholding all safeguarding and whistle-blowing regulations.
• To foresee and help identify any needs or additional needs of the children and give physical, emotional, and intellectual guidance in partnership with parents.
• To observe, interact and assess (where applicable) a child’s progress and to plan for activities to support and challenge, putting learning through play.
• To be a team player and support each other in any way possible.

Benefits

• £28,000 to 35,000 per year depending on skills, qualification, experience, enthusiasm and dedication. (Higher salaries available for EYT or QTS)
• Time and a half (1.5x) over-time available.
• 31 days holiday a year, birthday off or double pay if you celebrate at work with the children.
• Wage advance service – get paid anytime in the month!
• 24/7 private video GP service.
• Mental health (face-to-face), physical health and financial health support and legal advice.
• Life insurance.
• 40-60% childcare discount.
• Discounts online and on high streets.
• Training at least twice a year, apprenticeships, and further education available. Great career opportunities to progress, learn and earn.

Requirements

• Minimum level 2 NVQ in childcare qualification.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Subject to DBS check (we pay).
• Subject to references.
• Positive, proactive, and reliable.
• We are an equal opportunities employer.