Nursery Practitioner

Grandir UK Limited; Whitwick; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days leave incl bank holidays

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Sick pay from day 1

Life assurance 18-65

Wellbeing day

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Grandir UK Limited’s Whitwick Day Nursery in Coalville is seeking a caring Nursery Practitioner. You will supervise and support children, assist with activities, and help maintain a welcoming environment. The role offers strong benefits, flexible working and clear progression opportunities within a supportive team.

Join a community-focused nursery that values kindness, curiosity and learning through play, with enhanced family and wellbeing benefits and a structured training plan.

Qualifications

• Read, understand and implement all company policies, procedures and operational practices.
• Attend regular staff and planning meetings and undertake training as required.
• Maintain a positive attitude with children, parents, visitors and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support children at all times.
• Prepare and supervise activities under the guidance of Level 3 qualified practitioners.
• Contribute to maintaining an attractive and welcoming environment for the children.
• Read, understand and implement all company policies, procedures and operational practices.
• Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, visitors and colleagues.
• Attend regular staff meetings, planning meetings and undertake training as required.

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner

Whitwick Day Nursery

Part of Grandir UK

Salary: £12.71- £13.60 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications with

regular pay reviews)

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our Whitwick Day Nursery in Coalville is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.

Why You'll Love Working at Whitwick Day Nursery

At Whitwick Day Nursery, you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow.

Core Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

About Our Nursery

Friendly, welcoming nursery in the heart of Whitwick, based in a beautifully refurbished former primary school with a convenient central location for local families.

Large outdoor area featuring climbing frames, slides, a mud kitchen, and a growing garden where children love planting, exploring, and learning through play.

Strong community focus with regular local outings that encourage children to explore their surroundings, develop confidence, and build a sense of belonging.

Four dedicated playrooms tailored to each stage of development, from babies through to preschool, helping children build confidence, independence, and key life skills.

What you will be doing

• Supervise and support children at all times
• Prepare and supervise activities under the guidance of Level 3 qualified practitioners
• Contribute to maintaining an attractive and welcoming environment for the children
• Read, understand and implement all company policies, procedures and operational practices
• Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, visitors and colleagues
• Attend regular staff meetings, planning meetings and undertake training as required

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks
• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid
• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you
• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years' service

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M and S and major supermarkets
• 24 hour remote GP appointments
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies
• Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
• Tailored in house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and will be carried out by our approved third party provider.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.