Nursery Practitioner - Level 2

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a supportive learning environment? At Manor Farm Nursery , part of the Family First group , we are dedicated to fostering curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences for children. We invite you to be a part of our welcoming and nurturing setting!

At Manor Farm Nursery, we believe in delivering high-quality early years education. Our engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments are designed to support children's development at every stage. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we create opportunities for children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating environment.

As a Level 2 Nursery Practitioner , you will:

• Support the delivery of high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework.
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all children at all times.
• Assist the Key Person in building strong relationships with children and families.
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Observe children’s development and contribute to learning records and assessments.
• Support children’s physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of practice.
• Support daily routines including mealtimes, sleep times, and personal care.
• Promote positive behaviour and independence in children.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and safeguarding requirements.
• Participate in team meetings and training opportunities.

At Family First, we value our team members and provide 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 and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Pension: Company pension scheme.
• Employee Discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts.
• Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme.
• Health and Wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support.
• Refer a Friend Scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme.

To thrive in this role, you should:

• Have a Level 2 qualification in Childcare or equivalent.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Be a team player who is enthusiastic and dedicated to professional growth.

This is a full-time, permanent position, requiring 37 hours per week. The hourly rate is £13.08 .

If you are a passionate Level 2 Nursery Practitioner looking to join a supportive and inspiring setting, we would love to welcome you to the Manor Farm Nursery team!

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 Manor Farm Nursery, we treat everyone with respect and equality, ensuring that discrimination has no place in our community. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families!