Senior Nursery Practitioner

Family First Nursery Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Stafford is looking for a Nursery Room Leader to oversee the care of babies aged 3 months to 1 year. This role involves creating a safe environment, maintaining learning records, and building relationships with parents. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Childcare and a passion for outdoor learning. A competitive salary with bonuses and generous leave is offered.

Benefits

Welcome Bonus of £750

Qualification Bonus of £400

Generous Annual Leave

Childcare Discount (75% off nursery fees)

Health & Wellbeing Support

Career Growth Opportunities

Gym Discount

Referral Bonus up to £750

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare is essential.
• Experience with babies under 2 years old is required.
• Enthusiasm for outdoor learning and forest school activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care and development of babies aged 3 months to 1 year.
• Maintain high-quality learning journals and child progress records.
• Build positive parent relationships and support children's development.

Skills

Communication skills

Understanding of child development

Passion for outdoor learning

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Job description

Overview

Nursery Room Leader — Full-Time 40 hours per week. Level 3 Practitioner + Recognition Bonus (Pro Rata).

Role Overview

As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of babies aged 3 months to 1 year, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth.

You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child’s progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child’s development.

As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the care and development of babies aged 3 months to 1 year and support a team of practitioners.
• Implement the key person approach to promote secure attachments.
• Maintain high-quality learning journals and records on EyLog and EyMan, tracking each child’s progress.
• Build positive relationships with parents and keep them informed about development.
• Model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality within the team and with families.
• Ensure EYFS requirements are met and uphold safety standards and welfare for children, staff, and visitors.
• Apply a passion for outdoor learning and knowledge of child development to improve outcomes.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential)
• Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old
• Passion for outdoors and outdoor learning, with enthusiasm for forest school activities
• Strong understanding of child development and ability to provide purposeful learning experiences
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly with parents and colleagues
• Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection

Why Join Us?

At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• GBP750 Welcome Bonus: A warm start to your journey with us
• GBP400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months!
• Generous Annual Leave: 20 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid!
• Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones
• Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline
• Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities
• Gym Discount: Use of next door’s gym
• Refer a Friend: Earn up to GBP750 with our referral scheme

Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Footsteps Nursery Stafford is part of the Family First Group. We are committed to equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families.