Nursery Practitioner

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a role where you’ll truly feel valued and supported? Join us at Tiptree Day Nursery & Pre-School , where we’ve recently increased our salaries to reflect the vital role of our early years professionals!

• Position: Nursery Practitioner
• Salary: £28,038.40 per annum
• Hours: Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week

Located in the charming village of Tiptree, our nursery is nestled in a residential area, providing a safe and serene environment for children. With excellent commuter links to Colchester Town Center, Witham, Maldon, and surrounding areas, getting to work has never been easier!

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

• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children
• Health and Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth
• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750
• Excellent Transport Links: Convenient access to public transport

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Ensure each child’s individual needs are met, delivering high-quality care and education in a nurturing environment.
• Observe, assess, and plan engaging early years activities that cater to each child’s unique learning and development needs.
• Collaborate as a professional team member, 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 matters to management.
• Support the holistic development of children, focusing on 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.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• A 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 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.

The Tiptree Day Nursery & Pre-School 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, ensuring that discrimination of any kind has no place within our organization.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families!