Nursery Assistant

Position: Nursery Practitioner - Level 2

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: £32,697.60

Welcome to The Clapham Day Nursery & Preschool , where every child's journey begins with curiosity and confidence! Our nurturing environment is designed to inspire exploration and play, featuring spacious, light-filled rooms and a dedicated garden area. Rated Good by Ofsted, we are conveniently located near Clapham North, Wandsworth Road, and Clapham Junction, making it easy for families to access our wonderful setting.

We are on the lookout for a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join our dedicated team. This full-time role involves working 40 hours a week, with shifts scheduled between 7:30 am and 6:00 pm. Please note, this is a year-round position, as we operate throughout the year.

At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a fantastic 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 Opportunities: Tailored learning and development to support your career growth.
• Excellent Transport Links: Easy access to public transport.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Meet each child’s individual needs, delivering high-quality care and education in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Observe, assess, and plan engaging early years activities that cater to each child's unique 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, focusing on their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.

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

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Full and relevant Level 2 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: Desirable

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duty.

At The Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool, part of the Family First Group, we believe in treating 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.