Nursery Practitioner

Richard Huish Education Group; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Average Pension (LGPS)

Generous holiday allowance + Bank Hols

Staff discount @ Huish Nurseries

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Flu Vaccinations

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Huish Nurseries @ North Town Primary School is seeking capable Nursery Practitioners for permanent full-time or part-time roles. Start date ASAP with flexible hours 38 per week across 4 days, 8am-6pm; pay scales from £13.47–£14.13 per hour depending on level (L2-L3 or L6) and probation period, plus 24 days holiday and bank holidays.

You'll provide a warm, inclusive environment, plan engaging activities, observe progress, and work with safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (or equivalent).
• GCSEs in Maths and English are essential.
• Previous nursery experience desirable.
• Sound understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Paediatric first aid, safeguarding certificate and food hygiene desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere for children and families.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities to support development.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress.
• Promote positive behaviour and a supportive learning environment.
• Maintain a clean, safe setting and adhere to health and safety policies.
• Follow safeguarding policies and collaborate with the team.
• Communicate with parents/carers about progress.

Skills

Excellent communication

Caring approach

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Nursery Practitioner Interviews: TBC

Start date: ASAP

Salary: Grade 13 covering pt8 to pt11 based on level of qualification L2 qualified pt7 to pt8 after 6 month probation - £13.47 per hour L3 qualified pt9 to pt10 after 6 month probation - £13.91 per hour L6 qualified pt10 to pt11 after 6 month probation - £14.13 per hour

Location: Huish Nurseries @ North Town

Hours: Full -time and part-time hours available 38 hours per week, all year-round flexible working hours between Monday - Friday. Hours 8am - 6pm across 4 days. 20 hours per week all year-round flexible working hours between Monday - Friday

Annual Leave: 24 days plus Bank Holidays dependent on shift pattern. 2 weeks Christmas Closure of the nurseries.

Contract term: Permanent/Full Time/ Part time

About Us

Huish Nurseries @ North Town Primary School is a well-established, friendly nursery dedicated to providing high-quality care and education for children aged 2 -4 years old, open 49 weeks of the year from 8:00am- 6:00pm Monday to Friday. We believe in creating a safe, stimulating, and fun environment where children can explore, learn, and develop at their own pace.

We are looking for candidates who are able to:

• Provide a warm, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere for children and families.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities that support children's developmental milestones.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress to ensure they are reaching their full potential.
• Promote positive behaviour and a supportive learning environment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating setting, adhering to health and safety policies.
• Follow all safeguarding policies and procedures of the nursery
• Work collaboratively and enthusiastically with a team to ensure high standards of care and education.
• Communicate effectively with parents/carers, keeping them informed about their child's progress.

Requirements

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (or equivalent).
• GCSEs in Maths and English are essential.
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting is desirable.
• Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Strong communication skills and a caring, patient approach.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Paediatric first aid, a current safeguarding certificate and a food hygiene certificate are desirable.

We can offer you:

• Excellent benefits including a Career Average Pension scheme (LGPS), generous holiday allowance (plus Bank Holidays), Nursery Practitioner Staff Discount @ Huish Nurseries, Employee Assistance Programme, Free Flu Vaccinations & Cycle to Work Scheme
• A committed, friendly and supportive staff team and collaboration with all the Huish Nurseries
• Good professional development opportunities to progress your career throughout our Nurseries and the wider Richard Huish Trust

All successful candidates will need to be compliant with the nurseries requirements of reference checks and provide at least 2 satisfactory references.

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

The Richard Huish Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

The Richard Huish Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.