Nursery Practitioner Qualified L2/L3

Littleelmsdaycare; Catford; On-site; GBP 23,790 - 27,040; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£1000 Welcome bonus (paid in two instalments)

Free daily lunch

Generous childcare discount

Support to gain higher qualifications

Free uniform

Job summary

A daycare facility in Catford is seeking a qualified Nursery Practitioner. The role involves providing high-quality early years care, supporting children's development, and planning activities. Compensation ranges from £23,790 to £27,040 per year, with additional benefits including a welcome bonus, free lunches, and support for higher qualifications.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year’s experience in a Nursery Practitioner role or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework.
• Passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality early years care and support children’s development.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities.
• Maintain health and safety standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to use your own initiative

Knowledge of EYFS

Experience in a Nursery Practitioner role

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years childcare

Job description

Nursery Practitioner Qualified L2/L3

Department: Little Elms Catford

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Little Elms Daycare Nursery Catford

Reporting To: Mica Lennox Callender

Compensation: £23,790 - £27,040 / year

Right to Work: The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Description

We are currently looking for a skilled and experienced Nursery Practitioner to be based in our Catford Nursery. The nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor areas. You can earn up to £27,040 per annum, depending on experience, working full time (40 hours per week) – 4 days a week.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include providing high-quality early years care, supporting children’s development, planning and delivering engaging activities, maintaining health and safety standards, and working collaboratively with the nursery team.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year’s experience in a Nursery Practitioner role or equivalent
• Level 2/3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to use your own initiative
• Passion to be shown in your day-to‑day interaction with children

Benefits

• New Starter £1000 Welcome bonus (paid in two instalments)
• Excellent rates of pay
• Service recognition awards – extra day’s annual leave for each year worked
• Free, hot daily lunch prepared by our skilled nursery chefs each day you work
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA)
• Generous childcare discount
• Support to gain higher qualifications
• Internal promotion opportunities
• Free uniform
• New starter goody bag

Additional Information

• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and satisfactory employment references.
• The successful candidate will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
• Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
• Little Elms Daycare Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Eligibility Note

The welcome bonus will be paid in two instalments: £500 will be paid in the first salary payment after joining, then another £500 upon completion of probation (6 months, unless extended). The welcome bonus will be subject to normal Tax & NI deductions.