Senior Nursery Practitioner

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of young children while being part of a supportive and enthusiastic team? Look no further! At Victoria House Day Nursery and Pre-school , we’re not just offering a job; we’re inviting you to be part of our passionate Early Years team!

• Location: Victoria Road, Marlow, SL7 1DL

• Full-time: 40 hours per week

• Salary: £28,995.20 per annum

• Essential Qualification: Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Our nursery is conveniently located near The Doctor’s House Surgery, just a short drive from the A404 and a 5-minute walk from the Town Centre. With excellent bus links, getting to work is a breeze!

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

• £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus
• Referral Programme: Earn up to £750 for referring a friend
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children
• Generous Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
• Health and Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline
• Development Opportunities: Tailored learning to support your career growth
• Excellent Transport Links and Free Onsite Parking

As a Room Leader, you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
• Support the holistic development of children, focusing on their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional needs.
• Assist staff in maintaining high-quality updates on the EyLog system and child learning journals.
• Lead by example, promoting respect and credibility within the team.
• Implement an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments for children.
• Maintain accurate records related to children and staff on the EyMan system.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor.
• Understand and uphold the statutory framework for the EYFS.

*Please note: Duties and responsibilities may evolve, and additional tasks relevant to this role may be assigned.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification – Essential.
• Over 1 year of experience in Early Years – Essential.
• Over 6 months of experience in a senior position – Desirable.
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating – Desirable.
• Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements – Essential.
• Fluency 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.

Victoria House Day Nursery and Preschool is proud to be 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 individual needs.