Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Hours: 42.5 hours per week
Salary: £31,448.30 per annum

At Cherrybrook Nursery , we believe that every child's journey begins with curiosity and confidence. Nestled in the heart of Addlestone, our nursery is rated Good by Ofsted and features five spacious, light-filled rooms along with a large garden area that promotes outdoor learning, exploration, and play. With excellent commuter links and a generous onsite car park, we provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive.

We are on the lookout for a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join our dedicated team. This full-time role involves working 42.5 hours per week, with shifts scheduled between 7:30 am and 6:30 pm. Please note, this is a year-round position, as our nursery operates throughout the year.

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

• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750!
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children.
• Annual Leave: Start with 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: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Excellent Transport Links: Convenient access to public transport.

• Provide high-quality care and education tailored to each child's individual needs in a safe and secure environment.
• Observe, assess, and plan engaging early years activities that support each child's learning and development.
• Collaborate with your team, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, ensuring they are regularly reviewed and applied.
• Follow risk assessments diligently and report any health and safety concerns to management.
• Support the holistic development of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.

*Please note that duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive and may evolve over time.

• 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 promoting 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.

Cherrybrook Nursery 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 individual needs.