Nursery Practitioner

Happy Nurses; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Haywards Heath is seeking a qualified nursery practitioner to join their dynamic team. The role involves providing high-quality care to children and engaging in ongoing training. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic and love working with children. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of up to £27,000 and a supportive work culture with numerous benefits.

Benefits

Company pension

On-site parking

Referral programme

40% childcare discount for qualified staff

Paid day off to celebrate your birthday

Monthly staff appreciation award

Qualifications

• Minimum level 2 nursery practitioner qualification required.
• GCSE or equivalent is preferred.
• Driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care for children.
• Participate in the Leadership Training Programme.
• Engage in early years quality training and mentoring.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Willingness to learn

Love of working with children

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 nursery practitioner qualification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a nursery practitioner. You must be qualified to a minimum of a level 2 nursery practitioner qualification to apply. As we prepare for our September intake of children, we are looking for Qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioners. We are currently recruiting for qualified practitioners to join our lovely team. The qualities we are looking for are enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and have a true love of working with children. Our ethos is the “children are at the heart of every decision that we make” and this is followed through at every level of the company.

What we offer

• We only employ warm, friendly staff – which makes the nursery teams lovely places to work
• We use In the Moment Planning, so no written plans to write. We don\'t do written observations either. We try and aim for as little paperwork as possible.
• We offer training and progression for all staff looking to progress to Room Leader roles and above. Our Leadership Training Programme has a great track record of creating fantastic leaders.
• All of our rooms are air-conditioned to make a pleasant working environment
• Refer a friend bonus for qualified staff of £500

Role details

If you are still reading this and feel that you would be a good fit for our team, please apply and we will be in touch. We have been rated Top 20 Mid-Size Nursery Group Of 2024 by Day Nurseries UK. Paid day off to celebrate your birthday. Working pattern to include a day off each week. Monthly staff appreciation award and the chance to win £50. Career opportunities: ongoing development and early years quality training and mentoring. Working with a large, friendly team in a growing company. Closed at Christmas. 40% childcare discount for qualified staff. Job Type: Full-time. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time. Pay: Up to £27,000.00 per year.

Benefits and details

• Pay: Up to £27,000.00 per year
• Hours: Full-time and Part-time roles available; Monday to Friday
• Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience: Nursery/Childcare experience preferred
• Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required)
• Work Location: In person
• All other listed benefits: Company pension, On-site parking, Referral programme

How to apply

Please apply using your CV and we will aim to respond within 3 working days.