Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Position: Level 3 Practitioner

Type: Permanent | Monday – Friday | 25 hours per week | £13.01 p/h

At Footsteps Stafford Nursery & Pre-School, we truly value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for your hard work and commitment, we’re thrilled to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition bonus after just 6 months of service! This is the perfect opportunity to join our team and be recognized for your qualifications and contributions.

Located in a charming period property with a stunning outdoor garden, our nursery features an on-site forest school and an outside classroom. We provide a warm and friendly environment for children from birth to 5 years, fostering their growth through a mix of adult-led and child-initiated activities.

• Deliver engaging learning experiences and planned activities for your key group, ensuring outstanding opportunities for the children.
• Collaborate with your team to prioritize the safety and wellbeing of all children.
• Partner with parents to meet the developmental needs of each child.
• Assess and report on children's progress to support their continued growth.
• Bring passion and inspiration to your role, actively engaging in your own professional development.
• Be fun, caring, and friendly, creating a nurturing atmosphere.
• Promote a high-quality learning environment that sparks curiosity and joy.

• A genuine passion and commitment to working in childcare.
• Flexibility to work shifts between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with hours ranging from 25 to 40 per week.
• A commitment to continual professional development.
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Relevant qualifications such as NNEB, BTEC National Diploma, CACHE Diploma in Childcare, NVQ Level 3, or EY Educator.

At Family First, we believe in valuing our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
• Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children.
• Health & Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Childcare: Support for your childcare needs.
• Company Pension: Secure your future with our pension plan.
• Employee Mentoring Programme: Guidance and support from experienced colleagues.
• Referral Programme: Earn rewards for bringing new talent to our 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.

Footsteps Stafford Nursery & Pre-School 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 individual needs.

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