Nursery Practitioner

Spinx; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave incl. bankhols

Christmas and New Year shutdown

Flexible working options

Big childcare discount

£500 refer a friend bonus

Company pension scheme

Statutory Sick Pay from day 1

Life assurance 18-65

Certified Great Place to Work

Great Place to Work recognition

Job summary

Kiddi Caru Chelmsford is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our team. You will nurture and inspire children, supporting curiosity and helping them thrive daily, within a warm, home-from-home environment.

Join a supportive team with strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression at Grandir UK. We offer a competitive hourly rate and a capped yet rewarding career path in Essex.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery
• Support and supervise playroom staff with their day-to-day duties
• Deploy staff appropriately to ensure that the required standards are delivered and maintained within the rooms
• Ensure the effective implementation of the nursery keycarer procedures and allocate children to keycarers appropriately
• Ensure that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Provide professional, relevant feedback to parents/carers about their child
• Promote the nursery to current parents and potential customers
• Develop open and positive working relationships with staff
• Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly, professional relationships with parents and carers

Job description

Nursery Practitioner

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery

Part of Grandir UK

Salary -

£12.71 - £13.60 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews)

Make a difference every day-join our nursery team and receive a £500 welcome bonus!

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Chelmsford (Essex) is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.

Why You'll Love Working at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery?

At Kiddi Caru Day Nursery, you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow.

Core Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• Big childcare discount
• £500 refer a friend bonus
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

About Our Nursery

Our Approach

At Kiddi Caru Chelmsford, we follow a blended curriculum rooted in the Curiosity Approach, Loose Parts Play and Hygge philosophy, encouraging exploration, comfort and well-being. Our learning is child-led, supporting confidence, independence and early developmental milestones.

Our Location

Located at 10 Victoria Court, New Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1GP, our nursery is centrally placed, just a short walk from Chelmsford train station. This makes it convenient for families and ideal for busy, working parents.

Our Team

Our dedicated team bring genuine passion and care to every day. With ongoing training and a focus on inclusion, they support children's growth and tailor learning to individual needs. Family partnerships are important to us, so we keep parents informed through daily chats and our nursery app.

Facilities

Children enjoy well-resourced playrooms, a cosy library, a stimulating sensory room and an expansive outdoor space with covered areas for free-flow play. Every room is designed to feel warm and welcoming, offering a "home-from-home" atmosphere.

Activities

Our weekly programme includes fun, developmental sessions like Move and Groove, Sing and Sign, Yoga and creative Make and Bake activities, helping children build skills while having fun.

Community Outings

We love exploring Chelmsford! Regular nature walks, ingredient hunts for cooking activities and even occasional theatre trips help children learn beyond the nursery walls.

Ofsted

Kiddi Caru Chelmsford holds an Outstanding Ofsted rating, reflecting high standards of care and learning that help prepare children confidently for their next steps

What will you be doing

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery
• Support and supervise playroom staff with their day-to-day duties
• Deploy staff appropriately to ensure that the required standards are delivered and maintained within the rooms
• Ensure the effective implementation of the nursery keycarer procedures and allocate children to keycarers appropriately
• Ensure that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Provide professional, relevant feedback to parents/carers about their child
• Promote the nursery to current parents and potential customers
• Develop open and positive working relationships with staff
• Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly, professional relationships with parents and carers

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks
• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid
• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you
• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years' service

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M and S and major supermarkets
• 24 hour remote GP appointments
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies
• Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
• Tailored in house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit.To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.