Nursery Assistant

Salary: £28,378 per annum
Hours: 41.25 hours per week (Full-Time, Permanent) - Part-time hours may be considered for the right candidate.

Please Note: A Level 3 Early Years Qualification is essential for this role. Applicants without the required qualification will not be considered.

This position covers a dual-site role at both Woodberry Pear Tree and Woodberry Sholing.

At Woodberry Peartree, part of the Family First Group, we create a happy and secure environment where every child is supported to realize and develop their unique abilities. We believe in the philosophy of 'Every Child Matters' and embrace child-led learning as a vital part of a rich educational experience.

We truly value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for your hard work and commitment, we’re excited to offer up to a £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus to all our Level 3 Practitioners across our Nurseries. This bonus will be paid after just 6 months of service, making it the perfect time to join our team and be recognized for your qualifications and contributions!

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

• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
• Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for team members.
• Health and Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth, including a 6-month leadership program.
• Company Pension: Secure your future with our competitive pension scheme!
• Referral Program: Earn bonuses for bringing great new colleagues into our family!
• Onsite Parking: Access to free onsite parking.
• Company Events: Enjoy team-building activities, social gatherings, and special celebrations!

As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Plan and deliver exciting activities that support children’s learning and development.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and engaging environment for all children.
• Build strong relationships with children and parents through a key person approach.
• Collaborate as part of a team to uphold our high standards of childcare.
• Maintain a high level of safeguarding and adhere to all nursery policies and procedures.

• A Level 3 childcare qualification (essential).
• Fluent in written and spoken English (essential).
• At least one year of experience working in Early Years (desirable).
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and regulatory requirements (desirable).
• Right to work in the UK: Valid Passport or Settled/Pre-Settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme.

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, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Woodberry Day Nursery - Peartree is part of the Family First Group, where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination of any kind has no place within the Family First Group.