Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Location: CherryHarbour Day Nursery, St Marys Road, Hayling Island, PO11 9DD

Salary: £13.23 per hour / £27,518.40 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round

Are you a passionate and dedicated Level 3 Nursery Practitioner ? We invite you to join our vibrant team in the Toddlers room at CherryHarbour Day Nursery, located in the beautiful Hayling Island, Hampshire. Our nursery shares a wonderful space with Mengham Primary School, creating a nurturing environment for both children and staff.

At Family First, we believe in valuing our team members and providing a supportive workplace. Here’s what we offer:

• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 24 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and a paid day off for your birthday!
• Childcare Discount: Receive 75% off nursery fees for your little ones.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: Access a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Career Growth: Benefit from 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 play a crucial role in shaping the experiences of our children. Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to each child's age and development stage.
• Ensuring compliance with the statutory framework for the EYFS.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the nursery.
• Building professional relationships and addressing any concerns in line with company policies.
• Facilitating a strong key person approach to help children form secure attachments.
• Participating in regular team meetings to stay updated on priorities and policies.

We are seeking candidates who meet the following criteria:

• Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification - essential.
• Fluency in written and spoken English - essential.
• Over 1 year’s experience in Early Years - desirable.
• Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirable.

Apply now to become a part of our family, where every individual matters and contributes to our mission. We can’t wait to receive your application!

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.

CherryHarbour 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 background.