Nursery Practitioner

Position: Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Hours: 24 hours per week

Salary: £16,947 per annum / £13.58 per hour

Located on the vibrant High Street of Kelvedon, Brimpton House Day Nursery is perfectly situated near local shops and residential areas. With many of our parents commuting to London, Colchester, and Chelmsford, we’re just a short 10-minute walk from Kelvedon Train Station. Plus, enjoy the convenience of free parking right outside our nursery!

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

• Referral Programme: Earn up to £750 for referring a friend!
• 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 play a vital role in shaping the lives of our children. Your responsibilities will include:

• Meeting each child’s individual needs while providing a high standard of care and education in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Planning and delivering engaging, stimulating activities that cater to each child’s unique learning and development.
• Collaborating with a dynamic team, showcasing flexibility and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures, regularly reviewing and applying them.
• Conducting risk assessments and reporting any health and safety concerns to management.
• Supporting the holistic development of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.

*Please note that duties and responsibilities may evolve over time, and additional tasks relevant to this role may be assigned.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• A full and relevant Level 2 childcare qualification (essential).
• Fluency in written and spoken English (essential).
• Over 1 year of experience in Early Years (desirable).
• Knowledge of the Statutory Framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements (desirable).

We are dedicated 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 Brimpton House Day Nursery and Preschool, part of the Family First Group, we believe in treating everyone with respect and equality. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their background.