Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Permanent Position | Up to 40 Hours per Week | Flexible Schedule | Monday – Friday

Competitive Pay: £13.61 per hour

Welcome to Footsteps Nursery Canwell , where we create a nurturing and vibrant environment for children to thrive! Nestled in a stunning rural area, our nursery is surrounded by beautiful countryside, providing spacious outdoor play areas for children to explore, no matter the weather.

We cater to children from birth to 5 years, fostering their growth and development through a variety of engaging activities and play-based learning. Our focus on outdoor experiences helps children build confidence and curiosity through nature-based play.

At Family First, we believe in the power of community. Our diverse team is united by a shared commitment to creating a family-like atmosphere. We celebrate different cultures, ideas, and backgrounds, making us stronger together.

This role is perfect for an experienced Nursery Practitioner who has a passion for working with children aged 0–5 years and is eager to embrace an exciting career opportunity!

• Provide high-quality care and education to children aged 0-5 years.
• Plan and implement engaging activities that promote learning and development.
• Foster a safe and nurturing environment for all children.
• Collaborate with parents and caregivers to support each child's individual needs.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of Ofsted expectations and EYFS regulations.

Essential Criteria - Qualifications/Experience:

• Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential
• Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential
• Experience with babies under 2 years old - Desirable
• Knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable
• Understanding of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential
• Fluency in written and spoken English - Essential

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 for wellbeing support.
• Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Company pension scheme.
• Exclusive employee discounts through Perkaboo.
• 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.

At Footsteps Nursery Canwell, part of the Family First Group, 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.