Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Join Our Team as a Nursery Practitioner - Level 3!

Hours: 40 hours per week (4.5 days)
Salary: £13.58 per hour

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of children? At Rushden Day Nursery, our parents rave about our dedicated staff, saying, “the staff went above and beyond to help me; they are absolutely amazing!” If you’re passionate about providing exceptional childcare in a nurturing environment, we want you on our team!

As a Level 3 Practitioner, you’ll be part of a committed team that creates a friendly, welcoming, and secure atmosphere for children aged 0-5 years, as well as an out-of-school club for kids up to 12 years old. Depending on your strengths, you’ll either work with our youngest children (0-3 years) or support preschoolers and the out-of-school club (3-12 years).

Our nursery is rated as GOOD by Ofsted, and we strive for excellence every day. Are you ready to join a team of knowledgeable practitioners dedicated to supporting families and children?

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
• Ensure compliance with the statutory framework for the EYFS.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery.
• Support the smooth running of the nursery and ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families.
• Build professional relationships and report any concerns to management as per company policy.
• Facilitate a strong key person approach to help children form secure attachments.
• Participate in regular team meetings to stay updated on key priorities and company policies.

• Full and relevant Level 3 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).

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

• 24 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday.
• 75% discount on nursery fees for team members.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline for wellbeing support.
• Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Company pension scheme.
• Access to Perkaboo employee discounts.
• Employee mentoring programme.
• Dedicated health and wellbeing support.
• Earn up to £750 through our Refer a Friend scheme.

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.

At Rushden Nursery, part of the Family First Group, we treat everyone with respect and equality, ensuring that all children and families receive the support they need. Discrimination of any kind has no place in our community.