Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

The New Barnet Day Nursery & Pre-School EN5 1QG

Salary: £29,348.80 - £30,368 Per Annum

Hours: 40 hours a week

Welcome Bonus: Enjoy a £1,000 joining bonus as a warm welcome to our team!

At The New Barnet Day Nursery & Pre-School, we’re not just a nursery; we’re a community! Conveniently located between High Barnet Tube Station and New Barnet Mainline Station, our beautiful grounds feature a spacious garden perfect for outdoor learning and play. Plus, with easy access to the M25 and M1, and hassle-free street parking, getting to work has never been easier!

This role offers a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week, with flexible shift patterns between our operating hours of 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM. Please note, we operate all year round, so this is not a term-time only position. To thrive in this role, you’ll need a full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification.

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

• £1,000 Welcome Bonus: A warm start to your journey with us!
• £400 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: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your little ones.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Career Growth: Personalized learning and development opportunities.
• Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme!

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

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Assist management in delivering the highest standards of care and education for children.
• Collaborate with the Room Leader and staff to ensure a smooth daily routine.
• Contribute creative ideas to planning, ensuring children receive quality learning experiences.
• Liaise with nursery staff regarding children’s specific needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment.
• Adhere to all nursery policies and procedures.
• Promote and ensure safeguarding standards for all children and adults in the setting.

• Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification: Essential
• Over 1 year of experience working in Early Years: Essential
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations: Desirable
• Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS: Essential
• Fluent in written and spoken English: Essential

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.

The New Barnet Day Nursery & Pre-School is part of the Family First Group, where we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their background.