Nursery Practitioner - Level 2

Position: Level 2 Nursery Practitioner

Hours: 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday - Friday, All year round

Salary: £25,750.40

Welcome to The Dulwich Day Nursery & Preschool , where we create a warm, home-like environment that inspires every child to learn and grow. Located on Perry Hill in Catford, our nursery is easily accessible with convenient bus links and street parking right outside. Inside, our bright, open spaces foster creativity and independence, while our spacious garden invites adventure and exploration in the fresh air.

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 6:30 pm. If you hold a full and relevant Level 2 qualification and are excited about nurturing young minds, we want to hear from you!

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

• Referral Programme: Earn up to £750 by 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 growth support for your career.
• Excellent Transport Links: Easy access to the nursery.

In this rewarding position, 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.

Note: Duties and responsibilities may evolve, 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 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 enhanced checks will be conducted as part of our safeguarding duty.

At The Dulwich Day Nursery and Preschool, part of the Family First Group, we believe in treating everyone with respect and equality. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive environment for all children and families, free from discrimination based on gender, age, race, religion, disability, or any other characteristic.