Join Our Team as a Nursery Practitioner
Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Dartmouth, we're looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let's make a difference together
No qualifications rare equired for this role - Previous experience working in a childcare setting would be beneficial.
Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
We know our people make all the difference, so here's how we make a difference for you:
* Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
* Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus a Christmas closure week and your birthday offCareer Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
* Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
* Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
Pay: From £25,396 per annum
Working Hours: Monday - Friday
Location:hdc Nursery Dartmouth, Milton Lane, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9HW
About our Nursery
At our 'Outstanding' Ofsted rated nursery in Dartmouth, we believe in the power of outdoor exploration and hands-on learning. Our open plan rooms and free-flowing access to outside areas enable children to choose activities and follow their natural curiosity and individual interests in a safe and supportive environment. Following the Hygge approach, which emphasises finding well-being and contentment in the simple pleasures of everyday life, we pride ourselves on our home-from-home atmosphere and familiarity. Our Dartmouth nursery is located just off the A379 adjacent to Dartmouth Academy School. Parking is available within the school grounds.
What Your Role Involves
As a valued member of our team, you'll:
* Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
* Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
* Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
* Monitor and celebrate children's development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
* Support the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.
Be a team player, offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others.
Excited to take the next step in your career? Apply today – we'd love to hear from you
The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.
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