Senior Nursery Practitioner

Hadland Care Group; Havant; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early education is seeking a Senior Nursery Practitioner to provide high-quality care and education to young children. This role involves leadership responsibilities, ensuring that children’s safety and development are prioritized while fostering a positive learning environment. With a commitment to employee well-being and career growth, this organization offers a range of benefits, including a welcome bonus, flexible working options, and a supportive workplace culture. Join a team that values respect and teamwork, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

£700 Welcome Bonus

Relocation Package

Annual Bonus Scheme

Childcare Discount

Flexible Working Options

29 days Holiday Allowance

Wellbeing Day

Free meals

Health and Wellbeing Support

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years Qualification required.
• Extensive experience in nursery or childcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding childcare that promotes safety and development.
• Lead and guide nursery practitioners and assistants.
• Observe and assess children’s progress and maintain records.

Skills

Childcare

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding procedures

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

SENIOR NURSERY PRACTITIONER

Location: Tops Havant, Havant, Hampshire

Pay rate: Up to £13.70 per hour

Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week/Full Time

“Staff well-being is valued and nurtured. The provider offers staff opportunities to celebrate their achievements and contributions. These include staff nominations on the 'Each Person Scheme' and special award nights to recognise both individual and nursery achievements.” - OFSTED recent feedback

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family:

1. £700 Welcome Bonus: We’re excited to have you join us and want to start things off with a warm welcome!
2. Relocation Package: Receive up to £3000 to help make your move as smooth as possible.
3. Annual Bonus Scheme: As an Employee-Owned Company, you’ll share in our success. Each May, you’ll have the opportunity to receive a bonus from our profit shares.
4. Childcare Discount: Enjoy up to 60% off childcare within Tops Day Nurseries, making it easier for you to balance work and family life.
5. Flexible Working Options: Make the Most of Your Time Off with Compressed Hours. By working compressed hours, you could gain up to 48 extra days off per year. Alternatively, if you work nine days over a two-week period, you’ll receive up to 24 additional days off annually. And that’s in addition to your standard holiday allowance!
6. Proud to be a World’s Happiest Workplace: Tops Day Nurseries has been officially certified as a World’s Happiest Workplace for 2025, recognising our commitment to employee well-being, career growth, and a positive workplace culture.
7. Holiday Allowance: Take advantage of 29 days of holiday to relax and recharge.
8. Wellbeing Day: For you to enjoy the way you would like. Take a step back, unwind, and focus on the things that bring you joy and relaxation.
9. Free meals: Our nurseries are proud to provide free breakfast to our colleagues as part of our commitment to supporting your well-being. Enjoy freshly prepared meals each day, ensuring you're energized and ready to provide the best care and education for the children we nurture.
10. Employee Recognition: Access to the Blue Light Card, offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.
11. Employee Recognition Platform: Access our reward and recognition platform, Each Person, for Gym discounts, Cycle2Work benefits, GP on demand, Cinema deals, Diesel Savings Card, and cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers. We also use Each Person to celebrate employee of the month!
12. Health and Wellbeing Support: We’ve got you covered with NHS Prescription Charges, Optical Care, and Dental Treatment.
13. Career Development: We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement.
14. Travel and Parking Season Ticket loan: Borrow up to £500 interest-free and spread the expense easily, whether for public transport or parking.

About the Role

Our Senior Nursery Practitioner is an experienced early years professional who provides high-quality care and education to young children while also taking on leadership responsibilities within the nursery. You will serve as role models to our colleagues and help maintain the standards of care and learning in the nursery.

About the Nursery

Tops Havant Nursery is a 54 place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Stockheath Lane, Portsmouth. The nursery run several extra-curricular activities including Tops Forest School, cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, meditation and much more!

What does the role involve?

• Deliver outstanding childcare that promotes children’s safety, well-being, and development.
• Support children’s learning through age-appropriate activities and play that meet developmental milestones.
• Observe and assess children’s progress and maintain detailed records to ensure that each child’s needs are met.
• Lead and guide nursery practitioners, assistants, and apprentices within the room or nursery.
• Ensure learning activities are tailored to the individual needs of each child and encourage their cognitive, emotional, and social development.
• Assist the Room Manager or Nursery Manager in maintaining the smooth operation of the room or nursery.

What are we looking for?

• A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification is required.
• Extensive experience working in a nursery or childcare setting.
• Have a solid knowledge of the EYFS.
• Have a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Why Tops Day Nurseries?

We are a leading early education and childcare provider in South England, established in 1990. We promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility by educating today’s children to influence future generations. We value respect, open communication, and teamwork, fostering a positive, purpose-driven work environment.

As an Employee-Owned Company, our colleagues are co-owners, benefiting from the company’s growth through annual profit-sharing bonuses. We're also proud to rank 9th in the 2024 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK, offering career development from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships to Nursery Manager or Early Years Teacher.

Exciting? We think so! Your journey starts here, so take the first step to become part of Tops Team by clicking apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. All candidates will be required to have an enhanced DBS which is on the update service. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks. This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.

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