Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Welcome to Pelican Day Nursery!

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 stone's throw away from the Witham Public House and the main shopping area. Plus, we're only a short 7-minute walk from the mainline railway station!

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

• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750!
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for our team members.
• Annual Leave: Start with 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
• Health and Wellbeing Programme: Access a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Development: Benefit from tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Excellent Transport Links: Easy access to public transport.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Ensure each child’s individual needs are met, providing 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.
• Be an active and 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 evolve over time.

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’s experience 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 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 individual needs.