Nursery Practitioner

Are you ready to step into a Level 3 role where you’ll feel valued, supported, and part of a fantastic team? Look no further! At The Marlow Riley Park Day Nursery & Pre School , we’re excited to welcome a passionate Nursery Practitioner to our Babies room.

• Location: 70 Crown Road, Marlow, SL7 2QG
• Full-time – 40 hours per week (5 days)
• Salary: £27,497.60 per annum
• Essential: Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Our nursery is a vibrant setting located in a beautifully converted Salvation Army church, right in the heart of Marlow. With lush parks, a community library, and the scenic riverbank just a stone’s throw away, you’ll love the surroundings! Plus, we have great local bus links and are conveniently located near Sainsbury’s.

At Family First Nurseries, we truly value our team and offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus for Level 3 practitioners
• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children
• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays - Christmas Closure
• Health and Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline
• Career Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your growth

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Ensure each child’s individual needs are met, providing high-quality care and education in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Observe, assess, and plan engaging early years activities that cater to each child’s unique learning and development needs.
• Be an active and professional member of our team, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, ensuring they are regularly reviewed and applied.
• Follow risk assessments diligently and report any health and safety matters to management.
• Support the holistic development of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.

*Please note that duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive and may be adjusted as needed.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification - essential
• Fluency in written and spoken English - essential
• Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - desirable
• Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirable

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.

The Marlow Riley Park Day Nursery and Preschool 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.