Nursery Practitioner

The Midcounties Co-operative; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Oxford is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to support the education and care of children. You will work with a passionate team in a nurturing environment, with opportunities for career growth and numerous benefits, including staff discounts. Join us in making a significant impact on the lives of children and families!

Benefits

Up to 20% off food shopping

£500 off holidays

60% off childcare fees

Wellbeing resources and tools

Volunteering days during work hours

Qualifications

• Qualification in early years essential.
• Enhanced DBS check covered.
• Open, honest, and compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Support education and development through high-quality teaching.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure outstanding care and early education.
• Work with Quality Training Advisors for performance standards.

Skills

Passion for early years

Compassionate

Education

Full and relevant early years qualification

Job description

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About the role:

Dust off your magic wand and join us as an Early Years Practitioner, where learning never stops! We offer opportunities to learn and develop skills to build your career in our Little Pioneers nurseries.

We’re looking for qualified Early Years Educators to help us realize our vision of being the leading Childcare provider.

Our Oxford Station nursery has a GOOD OFSTED rating! Located beside the train station with great links and free parking, it’s an ideal place for train commuters. Our team, led by Nursery Manager Jordanne, is like one big family, committed to providing home-from-home experiences for children and caring for colleagues’ wellbeing. Read more about us on Day Nurseries.

We offer full-time, part-time, and flexible positions to suit your work-life balance.

What will the role involve?

• Working with Quality Training Advisors to achieve outstanding results and outcomes for children.
• Supporting the education and development of key children through high-quality teaching and learning.
• Collaborating with the team to deliver outstanding care and early education, ensuring performance standards are met.

Who are we looking for?

• Full and relevant early years qualification (essential).
• An Enhanced DBS check (we cover the costs).
• Open, honest, and compassionate.
• Inspiring and passionate about early years and working with children.

What can we offer you?

• Career Growth: Opportunities for progression within the nursery and society-wide roles, including management or further development, driven by your aspirations.
• Colleague Recognition: Regular recognition, including National Practitioner Day.
• Learning and Development: Support through supervisions, personal development plans, resources, and award-winning apprenticeship programs.
• Discounts and perks: Up to 20% off food shopping, £500 off holidays, 60% off childcare fees (potentially £7000 yearly savings), and an OUTSTANDING bonus if OFSTED rating is achieved.
• Wellbeing: Resources and tools for financial and mental wellbeing, including wellness apps.
• Doing Good Together: Up to 3 days to volunteer during working hours.

Our child-centric approach aims to nurture a kinder, more considerate generation, ensuring colleagues, families, and children rate us as outstanding.