Join Our Team at CherryHarbour Day Nursery!
Location: CherryHarbour Day Nursery, St Marys Road, Hayling Island, PO11 9DD
Salary: £13.23 per hour / £27,518.40 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round
Are you a passionate and dedicated Level 3 Nursery Practitioner ? We invite you to join our vibrant team in the Toddlers room at CherryHarbour Day Nursery, located in the beautiful Hayling Island, Hampshire. Our nursery shares a space with Mengham Primary School, creating a nurturing environment for both children and staff.
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we believe in valuing our team members. Here’s what we offer:
* Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 24 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and a paid day off for your birthday!
* Childcare Discount: Get 75% off nursery fees for your little ones.
* Health & Wellbeing Support: Access a confidential employee assistance helpline.
* Career Growth: Benefit from 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.
Your Role as a Nursery Practitioner
In this rewarding position, you will:
* Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
* Ensure compliance with the statutory framework for the EYFS.
* Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery.
* Build and maintain professional relationships, reporting any concerns to management.
* Facilitate a strong key person approach to help children form secure attachments.
* Participate in regular team meetings to stay updated on key priorities and policies.
What We Are Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should have:
* A full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification (essential).
* Fluency in written and spoken English (essential).
* Over 1 year of experience working in Early Years (desirable).
* Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements (desirable).
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply now to become part of our family, where every individual matters and makes a difference. We can’t wait to receive your application!
We are committed 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.
CherryHarbour Nursery 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.