Nursery Practitioner

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

Job summary

Join a leading childcare provider in Southampton as a Nursery Practitioner, where you will support children's growth through enriching experiences. Enjoy flexible working options and generous benefits, including a cash bonus and childcare discounts. Our commitment to high-quality education makes us a Great Place To Work.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Cash bonus for referrals

Childcare discounts

31 days annual leave

Wellbeing Day

24/7 remote GP appointments

Cashback on medical procedures

'Thank You' recognition in May

Employee benefits portal with discounts

Work for a 'Great Place To Work'

Qualifications

• Level 2 or above in Early Years qualification required.
• Experience in promoting high standards of quality in childcare.
• Ability to support and mentor students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of quality in the nursery environment.
• Assume key carer responsibilities for designated children.
• Provide rich and stimulating experiences suitable for children's development.

Skills

Childcare

Early Years Education

Communication

Observation

Education

Level 2 or above in Early Years

Job description

Our Kiddi Caru Nursery in Park Gate, Southampton, 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 stories, and have fun to meet the needs of our children.

Join us and enjoy the following attractive benefits:

• Flexible working options including:
• 40 hours across 5 days
• 40 hours across 4 days
• 30 hours over 3 days
• Split shifts or part-time roles

• Recommend friends and family and receive a cash bonus
• Generous childcare discounts
• Total 31 days annual leave (FTE), including an extra 3 days over Christmas
• ‘Wellbeing Day’ – an extra day off
• Access to employee benefits portal with discounts at online stores and points-to-cash rewards
• 24/7 remote GP appointments
• Claim cashback on medical procedures like dental and physiotherapy
• Recognition in May with a ‘Thank You’ for staff dedication
• Work for a ‘Great Place To Work’ certified organization

What will you be doing:

• Promoting high standards of quality in the nursery environment, resources, and experiences
• Assuming key carer responsibilities for designated children
• Providing rich and stimulating experiences suitable for children’s ages and stages
• Supporting children’s activities and development
• Maintaining effective daily management in the absence of the Team/Room Leader
• Ensuring practice complies with the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Supporting and mentoring students and unqualified staff to deliver high-quality childcare

We are proud to be a Great Place To Work, committed to providing a positive environment for our staff. Our mission is to deliver high-quality childcare and education, helping children grow into happy, smart, and healthy individuals. Our dedicated teams are central to delivering exceptional care and education.

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

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

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