Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Position: Level 3 Practitioner

Hours: Permanent | 40 hours per week | £27,060.80 (£13.01 p/h) | Monday – Friday

At Footsteps, we truly value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for your hard work and commitment, we’re thrilled to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus after just 6 months of service. It’s the perfect time to join our team and be recognized for your qualifications and contributions!

Our beautiful nursery, rated Good by Ofsted (January 2025), is designed to provide a cozy, home-from-home environment for children from birth to 5 years. We believe in creating stimulating and purposeful learning opportunities, inviting parents to engage in activities, and supporting our community. Every week, our children participate in Jo Jingles, where they thrive through fun and engaging music activities.

We understand that a child’s earliest years are crucial for shaping their lifelong outcomes. That’s why we are committed to fostering nurturing environments with high-quality teams to deliver exceptional care and education for all our families.

• Passion: A genuine love for working in childcare.
• Flexibility: Ability to work shifts between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
• Commitment: A dedication to continual professional development.
• Knowledge: Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Qualifications: NNEB, BTEC National Diploma, CACHE Diploma in Childcare, NVQ Level 3, or EY Educator.

At Family First, we believe in taking care of our team members. Here’s what we offer:

• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
• Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children.
• Health & Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline and mental health first aid trained staff.
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Pension Scheme: A company pension scheme to secure your future.
• Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and earn a cash bonus if they’re successful!

We are dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected 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.

Footsteps Lichfield Road Nursery & Pre-School is proud to be part of the Family First Group. We treat everyone with respect and equality, ensuring that all children and families receive the support they need, free from discrimination.

Note: All positions are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.