Senior Nursery Practitioner - £250 Welcome Perk

The Old Station Nursery; Boston; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare provider in Boston is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Senior Nursery Practitioner to create a nurturing environment and engage children through play-based activities. Responsibilities include building relationships with families, monitoring development milestones, and supporting the daily running of the nursery. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a welcome bonus, childcare perks, and career development opportunities. Candidates should hold a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Benefits

Welcome Bonus: £250

Free childcare for the first month

31 days of holiday

Access to full training and development

Perkbox discounts

1 paid Volunteer Day

Qualifications

• Must hold a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience in a nursery setting preferred.
• Passionate about child development and education.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment.
• Plan and deliver play-based activities.
• Support the running of the nursery and maintain high standards.

Skills

Creating nurturing environment

Planning engaging activities

Building relationships

Monitoring development milestones

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS

Job description

Our beautiful Boston nursery has three main 'home-from-home' play rooms, providing a safe and nurturing surrounding for all children, and staffed by a team of long-serving nursery practitioners who make our nursery such a special place. Outdoor play holds great importance at Sandhills Boston, with all rooms having their own individual garden as well as a large, shared garden with wooden play equipment where the children can play with other age groups. We are conveniently located in central Boston, near to the bus and train stations and close to road links with a large, secure car park in front of the main building.

What Your Role Involves

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children's development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
• Support the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.
• Be a team player, offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others.

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Boston, we're looking for a Level 3 Qualified or above, Senior Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let's make a difference together!

To be considered for this role, you must hold a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Benefits

• Welcome Bonus: £250 Welcome Perk!
• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay: £26,603 per annum, based on experience (40 hours per week). Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week with alternating shifts between 8am-5pm and 9am-6pm. Location: Sandhills Day Nursery Boston, West Business Park, Sleaford Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 8EG