Nursery Practitioner

On-Pos; Wirral; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Level 3 qualified Childcare Practitioner to join their supportive team at an Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ nursery. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a bilingual environment, enriching children's learning experiences. You will be responsible for supporting daily routines, planning engaging activities, and ensuring a safe and nurturing atmosphere. With excellent CPD opportunities and career progression, this is an exciting chance to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while being part of a friendly team.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Excellent CPD opportunities

Supportive team

Bonuses

Christmas closure

Additional birthday leave

Staff discount

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Level 3 Childcare diploma is essential; strong Level 2 candidates may be considered.
• Must have Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

• Support daily nursery routines and assist in planning activities.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized environment for children.

Skills

Childcare Diploma (Level 3)

Paediatric First Aid

Safeguarding

DBS Check

Education

Level 3 Childcare Diploma

Level 2 Childcare Diploma

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive rate of pay - £13 per hour
• Excellent CPD opportunities with access to internal, external and virtual training
• Supportive and friendly team
• Opportunity to earn bonuses across the year
• Christmas closure from 23 December to 02 January
• Additional days leave for your Birthday
• Staff discount
• Opportunities for career progression

Company Overview:

Are you looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to be part of the team in a unique and different kind of nursery?

We are looking for a level 3 qualified Childcare Practitioner to join a friendly and supportive team at an Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ day nursery. This is a fantastic opportunity to continue and develop your childcare career within a bilingual English and Spanish setting which provides children with a unique opportunity to learn both languages and benefit from all the advantages of being in a bilingual environment (speaking Spanish is not a requirement though!)

Key Duties & Responsibilities for our Nursery Practitioner:

• Support the daily routine of the nursery
• Assist in the planning and implementing of age-appropriate activities
• Ensure all children benefit from diverse and enriching play experiences
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment for the children
• Ensure that children are kept safe and that all legislation in relation Health & Safety and Safeguarding is complied with
• Observe, support and extend each child’s learning and development and maintain the relevant paperwork
• Work in partnership with parents/carers and children’s families
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and staff

Essential Skills and Experience Required for our Nursery Practitioner:

• A level 3 Childcare diploma (Ofsted recognised) is a requirement for this role, however consideration may be given to a strong level 2 qualified candidate
• Paediatric First Aid
• Safeguarding
• DBS
• 2 satisfactory references

Schedule: Full time Monday to Friday (part-time hours may be considered for the right candidate)

Location: CH49, Wirral