Nursery Practitioner

Stepping Stones Nurseries Ltd; Stockton Heath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable nursery organization in Stockton Heath is seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join their dynamic team. This role involves observing and assessing children's capabilities while ensuring a high standard of care and learning experiences. The successful candidate will possess a recognised childcare qualification at Level 2 or above and will be committed to safeguarding children's welfare. Competitive salary and various perks including childcare discounts, bonuses, and training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary & Welcome Bonus

80% Childcare Discount

Holiday Loyalty Bonus

Long Service Awards

Internal Training

Career Progression

Friendly Team Culture

Fully Funded Qualifications

Refer-a-Friend Bonuses

Free Uniform

Increased holiday entitlement post probation

Birthday Gift

Free Meals & Snacks

Blue Light Eligibility

Funded Teams Events

Qualifications

• Full and relevant childcare qualification at Level 2 or above (e.g., NNEB, NVQ, Early Years Educator).
• Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with external agencies and parents.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, and plan for children's learning opportunities.
• Maintain high standards of care and quality within the nursery.
• Safeguard and promote children's health, safety, and welfare.
• Liaise with parents and external agencies.
• Work as part of a team to ensure smooth nursery operations.

Skills

Observation and Assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Child Welfare Knowledge

Education

DfE recognised childcare qualification at Level 2 or above

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our highly regarded Stepping Stones Day Nursery Team in Stockton Heath as a Nursery Practitioner.

If you have a passion for seeing children flourish and thrive, have an abundance of energy and creativity, the desire to work in an environment where no two days are the same but are all always fun, then this is the role for you!

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary & Welcome Bonus
• 80% Childcare Discount for your own little stars
• Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Internal Training Team
• Career Progression
• Friendly, Talented Team Culture
• Fully Funded Qualifications
• Refer-a-Friend Bonuses
• Free Uniform
• Increased holiday entitlement post probation
• Birthday Gift
• Free Meals & Snacks
• Blue Light Eligibility
• PFA Funding
• Funded Teams Events

Key Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, and plan effectively in order to deliver outstanding learning opportunities and exceptional care for children in the early years.
• Provide high standards of quality within the nursery including the environment, resources, and experiences offered to the children so they can access continuous provision, play, learn and develop.
• To safeguard and promote the health, safety, and welfare of children.
• To be aware of the signs of abuse and neglect and how to report these.
• To have a great knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements.
• To liaise with external agencies and parents to provide the best care for children.
• To work as part of a team, communicating effectively to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and giving support to other team members wherever needed.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

Full and relevant DfE recognised childcare qualification at Level 2 or above such as, NNEB, NVQ or Early Years Educator as a minimum requirement.

If you are successful with your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Enhanced Application or present a current DBS Certificate that has been registered to the DBS Subscription Update Service.