Nursery Assistant

Welcome to Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon!

Hours: 40 per week - Monday to Friday

Salary: £27,060 per annum (£13.01 per hour)

If you're searching for a workplace that feels like family, where your creativity is celebrated and your individuality is valued, we want to meet you! At Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon, we pride ourselves on our intimate setting and dedicated team. Our small size does not limit our ambition; we strive for excellence in care for both our families and our staff.

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

• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
• Childcare Discount: Enjoy a generous 75% discount.
• Company Pension Scheme
• Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and earn a cash bonus if they are successful.
• On-Site Parking: Enjoy free parking at our location.

As a Nursery Practitioner, your main duties will include:

• Creating stimulating and purposeful experiences for children, tailored to their age and development.
• Ensuring compliance with the statutory framework for the EYFS.
• Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery.
• Supporting the smooth operation of the nursery and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families.
• Building professional relationships and addressing any concerns in line with company policy.
• Facilitating a strong key person approach to help children form secure attachments.
• Participating in regular team meetings to stay updated on key priorities and company policies.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification (essential).
• Fluency in written and spoken English (essential).
• Over 1 year of experience working in Early Years (desirable).
• Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements (desirable).

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.

Just Imagine Day Nursery 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. Discrimination of any kind has no place within our organization.