Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Location: Furlong Rd, Wooburn Green, Bourne End SL8 5AE

Hours: 40 hours - 4-5 days per week

Salary: Level 2 Salary £26,291.20 per annum

Welcome to The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre School , a delightful and nurturing environment located in the heart of Bourne End. Our nursery, beautifully housed in a converted Methodist Church, is just a 6-minute walk from Bourne End Train Station, with convenient street parking available for easy access. We offer a variety of extracurricular activities, including French lessons, and a spacious outdoor area complete with a mud kitchen, allowing children to learn and explore in a hands-on, engaging way.

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

• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750!
• 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: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Career Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your growth.
• Transport Links: Just a 6-minute walk from Bourne End Train Station.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Ensure each child’s individual needs are met, providing a high standard of care and education in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Observe, assess, and plan stimulating activities that cater to each child’s unique learning and development needs.
• Engage 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, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.

*Please note that duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive and may be adjusted as necessary.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Full and relevant Level 2 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 Bourne End Day Nursery and Preschool is 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, regardless of their individual needs.