Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Position: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Hours: 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday - Friday, All year round

Salary: £28,600

At Carshalton Day Nursery & Preschool , we pride ourselves on creating a nurturing and inspiring environment where children from birth to 5 years can explore, develop, and thrive. Nestled within the beautiful grounds of Grove Park, our nursery offers a unique blend of indoor and outdoor learning opportunities. Imagine children connecting with nature, feeding ducks, and enjoying the fresh air while building confidence through play!

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 3 qualification, we want to hear from you!

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

• £1,000 Joining Bonus
• £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 Opportunities: Tailored learning to support your career growth
• Excellent Transport Links

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Ensure each child’s individual needs are met, delivering high-quality care and education in a safe and secure environment.
• Observe, assess, and plan engaging activities that cater to each child’s unique learning and development needs.
• Collaborate with your team, demonstrating a flexible attitude 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, including 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 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 posts, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duty.

At Carshalton Day Nursery and Preschool, part of the Family First Group, we believe in treating 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.