Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Join Our Team at Footsteps Nursery Fradley!

Position: Permanent | Up to 40 hours per week (flexible) | Monday – Friday

Salary: £13.97 per hour | £28,080 per annum

Available Positions: 2 Full-time (40 hours) | 1 Part-time (30 hours)

At Footsteps Nursery Fradley, we believe in the power of play and exploration! Nestled in a stunning rural setting, our converted barn offers a unique environment where children from birth to 5 years can thrive. With expansive outdoor play areas and a bespoke forest school facility, we embrace the great outdoors and encourage learning through nature.

We Are Family First. Our nursery is more than just a workplace; it’s a community defined by diverse cultures, ideas, and experiences. We celebrate what makes each of us unique while coming together to create a nurturing environment for our children.

This role is perfect for an experienced Nursery Practitioner eager to make a difference in the lives of young children. If you have a passion for early years education and are looking for an exciting career opportunity, we want to hear from you!

• Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5 years.
• Plan and implement engaging activities that promote learning through play.
• Support children’s development in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Collaborate with parents and caregivers to ensure the best outcomes for children.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating learning environment.

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

• Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification
• Over 1 year of experience working in Early Years
• Sound knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Desirable:

• Experience working with babies under 2 years old
• Knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating

At Family First, we 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
• Tailored training and development opportunities for career growth
• Company pension scheme
• Access to Perkaboo employee discounts
• Employee mentoring programme
• Dedicated health and wellbeing support
• Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme

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.

Footsteps Nursery Fradley 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.