Nursery Practitioner

Position: Permanent | 40 hours per week | Monday – Friday

Salary: £12.76 per hour

Welcome to Handkerchief Nursery , a vibrant and nature-focused nursery where adventure awaits! We offer an exciting outdoor forest school experience, complete with a variety of animals and engaging activities like fire-making and nature exploration. Our mission is to provide stimulating and purposeful learning opportunities for all children, inviting parents to join in the fun and supporting our community.

We believe that the earliest years of a child's life are crucial for shaping their future. That's why we are dedicated to creating nurturing environments with high-quality teams that deliver exceptional care and education for all our children and their families.

If you're passionate about childcare and eager to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Genuine passion and commitment to working in childcare
• Ability to work shifts between 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM, Monday to Friday
• Dedication to continual professional development
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Relevant qualifications: NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, NVQ Level 3, or EY Educator

At Handkerchief Nursery, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Annual Leave: 24 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday
• Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members
• Wellbeing Support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline
• Learning and Development: Tailored training opportunities to support your career growth
• Pension: Company pension scheme
• Employee Discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts