Nursery Practitioner

Grandir UK Limited; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join their team in Hitchin. This role involves caring for and supporting children, ensuring they receive rich and stimulating experiences tailored to their developmental stages. With flexible working options and a host of attractive benefits, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the growth of young minds in a nurturing environment. Join a company recognized as a 'Great Place To Work' and be part of a team that values quality childcare and education.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Cash bonus for referrals

Discount on childcare

31 days annual leave

Wellbeing Day

Employee benefits portal

24/7 remote GP appointments

Cash back on medical procedures

'Thank you' appreciation day

Qualifications

• Level 2 or above in Early Years is essential.
• Experience in childcare settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery.
• Assume key carer responsibilities for designated children.
• Prepare and support children's activities.

Skills

Early Years Education

Childcare

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 in Early Years

Job description

His eyes are orange, his tongue is black, he has purple prickles all over his back, if you know the rest of this story you are the person we are looking for...

Kiddi Caru Nursery in Hitchin, part of Grandir UK, is currently looking for a Nursery Practitioner with Level 2 or above in Early Years to join our team. You’ll be working hard to care for, support, share a story or two, and have fun to meet the needs of our children.

Join us and enjoy the following a host of attractive benefits including:

• Flexible working with the option to work:
  • 40 hours across 5 days
  • 40 hours across 4 days
  • 30 hours over 3 days
  • Split shifts or Part Time... we have it all!
• Recommend friends and family to work for us and be rewarded with a cash bonus
• Generous discount on childcare
• Total 31 days annual leave inc bank hol (FTE) - Includes an extra 3 days annual leave over the Christmas period
• ‘Wellbeing Day’ – an extra day off just for you
• Access to an employee benefits portal, which includes discounts at 100’s of online high street stores, turning points into cash
• 24/7 remote GP appointments
• Claim cash back on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapy
• 'May I say thank you' for the month of May to appreciate the hard work and dedication of staff teams
• Working for a business that has received 'Great Place To Work' certification, putting people at the core of what we do.

What will you be doing:

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
• Assume key carer responsibilities for designated children.
• Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development.
• Prepare and support children’s activities
• In the absence of the Team/Room Leader maintain effective day-to-day management of the environment.
• Contribute to ensuring that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Support and mentor students and un-qualified staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice.

We are delighted to announce our official certification as a Great Place To Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive and thriving environment for our employees. This accreditation aligns with our overarching mission to deliver high-quality childcare and education, fostering the growth of children into happy, smart, and healthy individuals. Placing children and families at the core of our efforts, we acknowledge that our dedicated teams play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional education and care.

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

We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

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