Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Position: Nursery Practitioner

Location: Crews Hill EN2 9BD

Salary: £29,120 Per Annum

Hours: 40 hours a week

Welcome to Head Start Crews Hill Day Nursery & Pre-School , an Ofsted-rated "Good" nursery nestled in beautiful surroundings! Conveniently located near Enfield Town Tube Station and Gordon Hill Mainline Station, we offer easy access to the M25 and A10, along with a spacious car park for hassle-free commuting.

Our nursery features a large, inviting garden where each room has its own private outdoor space. The children enjoy unique interactions with our resident chickens, fostering exploration and a love for nature. Plus, we offer exciting extracurricular activities like Tiny Mites and Spanish lessons to enrich their learning experience!

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

• £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus*
• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750!
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children!
• Annual Leave: Starting at 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 and Free Onsite Parking

*This bonus will be paid after just 6 months of service, making it the perfect time to join our team and be recognized for your qualifications and contributions. This bonus is based on a 40-hour week.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Assist management in delivering the highest standards of care and education for children.
• Collaborate with the Room Leader and team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Contribute creative ideas to planning, ensuring high-quality learning and development.
• Liaise with staff regarding children’s specific needs and requirements.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment.
• Adhere to all nursery policies and procedures.
• Meet health and safety and environmental health requirements.

We care for children aged birth to 5 years, operating Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, all year round (excluding public bank holidays). Our mission is to provide a happy, home-away-from-home environment, emphasizing individual attention and learning through play. We believe every child should feel safe, happy, and healthy in a stimulating educational setting.

Our dedicated staff members share a genuine love for children, with many training on the job and others bringing a wealth of experience.

• Full and relevant Level 2 or 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential
• Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable
• Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential
• Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential

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, subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

At Head Start Day Nursery & Pre-School, part of the Family First Group, we treat everyone with respect and equality, ensuring a welcoming environment for all children and families. Discrimination of any kind has no place in our community.