Nursery Practitioner

Position: Nursery Practitioner - Level 2

Salary: £27,206 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week

Welcome to Kentish Town Day Nursery & Preschool , a vibrant and nurturing environment where children aged 3 months to 5 years embark on a journey of growth, play, and discovery! Located on Ryland Road, just off Prince of Wales Road, our charming nursery is housed in a former school, featuring bright, airy rooms and a delightful garden for safe exploration and friendship-building.

We pride ourselves on fostering a strong sense of community and family. Join us in our popular cooking club, where we share wholesome recipes with parents, uniting everyone through the joy of good food!

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: Convenient access to public transport.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Ensure each child’s individual needs are met, providing 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 a professional 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 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 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, subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duty.

At Kentish Town Day Nursery and Preschool, part of the Family First Group, 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.