Nursery Assistant

Welcome to Rushden Day Nursery!

Join Our Team as a Level 3 Practitioner!

Hours: 40 hours per week (4.5 days)

Salary: £13.01 per hour

Are you ready to make a difference? At Rushden Day Nursery, our parents rave about our amazing staff who go above and beyond for their children. Now, we’re looking for a passionate Level 3 Practitioner to join our dedicated team!

As a key member of our nursery, you’ll be part of a nurturing environment that caters to children aged 0-5 years, along with an out-of-school club for kids up to 12 years. Depending on your strengths, you’ll either work with our youngest learners (0-3 years) or support our preschool and out-of-school club (3-12 years). Are you ready to contribute to our mission of providing exceptional childcare?

• Design and deliver engaging, age-appropriate experiences and environments for children.
• Ensure compliance with the statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the nursery.
• Support the smooth operation of the nursery, ensuring the safety and well-being of children, staff, and families.
• Build and maintain professional relationships, reporting any concerns to management.
• Implement a strong key person approach to foster secure attachments with children.
• Participate in regular team meetings to stay updated on priorities and policies.

• Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification
• Essential: Fluent in written and spoken English
• Desirable: Over 1 year of experience in Early Years
• Desirable: Knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework and regulatory requirements

At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a fantastic benefits package, including:

• Starting annual leave of 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
• 75% discount on nursery fees for team members
• Health & Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline and mental health first aid trained staff
• Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth
• Company Pension Scheme
• Referral Programme: Earn a cash bonus for recommending a friend who gets hired
• On-site parking available

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 role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duty.

Rushden Day Nursery is proud to be 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 background.