Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Position: Level 3 Practitioner

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

At Handkerchief Day Nursery, 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 your chance to be recognized for your qualifications and contributions while making a meaningful impact in children's lives.

Handkerchief Nursery is a vibrant, nature-focused environment where children can thrive! We offer an exciting outdoor forest school experience, complete with a variety of animals and engaging activities like fire-making and nature exploration. Our commitment to providing stimulating and purposeful learning opportunities invites parents to join in and supports our community. Plus, every week, our children participate in Jo Jingles, where they engage with music in a fun and interactive way.

We believe that a child's earliest years are crucial in shaping their lifelong outcomes. That’s why we are dedicated to fostering nurturing environments with high-quality teams to deliver exceptional care and education for all our children and their families.

• Passion and commitment: A genuine love for working in childcare.
• Availability: Ability to work shifts between 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
• Continuous development: A commitment to your personal and professional growth.
• Knowledge of EYFS: A solid understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Qualifications: NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, NVQ Level 3, or EY Educator.

At Handkerchief Nursery, we believe in rewarding our team members with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• £750 Welcome Bonus: A warm start to your journey with us!
• £400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months!
• Generous Annual Leave: 20 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off – paid!
• Childcare Discount: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your little ones.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Career Growth: Personalized learning and development opportunities.
• Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme!

*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected 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.

Handkerchief is part of the Family First Group, where we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their individual needs.

All positions are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.

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