Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Hours: 36 hours per week

Salary: £25,421 per annum / £13.58 per hour

Located in the heart of Witham on Collingham Road, Pelican Place Nursery is just a short walk from the mainline railway station and close to the vibrant shopping area. We are excited to welcome a passionate Nursery Practitioner to our dedicated team!

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: 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 and development to support your career growth.
• Excellent Transport Links: Convenient access to public transport.

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

*Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive; additional tasks may be assigned as needed.

• Essential: Full and relevant Level 2 childcare qualification.
• Essential: Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Desirable: Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years.
• Desirable: Knowledge of the Statutory Framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting 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.

The Pelican 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 background.