Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Position: Level 3 Practitioner

Type: Permanent | Monday – Friday | 30 hours per week

Pay: £13.01 per hour

Welcome Bonus: £750

At Footsteps Stafford, 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 time 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 quality childcare for children from birth to 5 years, creating a stimulating environment where children can learn through a mix of adult-led and child-initiated activities.

As a Level 3 Practitioner, you will:

• Deliver engaging learning experiences and planned activities for your key group, ensuring outstanding opportunities for the children.
• Collaborate with your team to ensure the safety and well-being of all children.
• Partner with parents to meet the developmental needs of the children.
• Assess and report on children's progress to support their continued development.
• Bring passion and inspiration to your role, actively engaging in your own professional learning and development.
• Foster a fun, caring, and friendly atmosphere.
• Promote a high-quality learning environment.

We’re looking for someone who has:

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

At Family First, we value 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: 75% off nursery fees for our team members.
• 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.