Wentwood House Day Nursery is part of a family owned group of day nurseries located in Fleet- GU52 and is located within walking distance of Fleet town centre and the station. A well established nursery in the area, we benefit from large outdoor spaces as well as a Forest Area that is equipped with beautifully handmade and bespoke wooden equipment. To get a better insight into our bright, fun and engaging nursery life, check us out on instagram @wentwood_house_day_nursery
We are currently looking for a warm, caring, patient and happy individual with to join our team in Fleet as Senior Nursery Nurse- If your preferred age group is Under 2's, then this role could include being Deputy Suite Lead for our Under 2's suite. Your many years of experience may also prompt you to apply for the additional titles of 3rd in Charge and Nursery SENCO to ensure the smooth and happy running of the nursery and supporting those with emerging or identified needs.
This role requires a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification and a 41 hour over 4.5 day per week shift pattern (Mon- Fri 8-6 with 1 half day each week). We can discuss hours to suit- our only requirement is that it fits with the children's session patterns.
We see you for you and work hard to support, recognise and praise our hardworking teams during these busy times. We have an excellent track record of internal promotion and progression and previous practitioners now sit in our highest Management positions. Most recently, we are excited to be supporting and funding a number of colleagues as they undertake their Level 5 qualification.
Above all- we love what we do, we take our family run nature seriously and we recognise the importance of working with like-minded people and striving to make our working environment a fun, happy and excellence-driven place to be. Our team vary in age, qualification and experience, which melds together to bring in exciting ideas and a supportive team feel.
Our hiring process places YOU in the centre- working to accommodate your preferred age group, hours and career goals. If in doubt, please apply and we can work together to find a suitable working arrangement We do not offer term time only roles, or 9-3pm hours.
In return, we can offer fantastic benefits such as:
* Discounted Childcare spaces
* Your health at your fingertips- 24/7 access to private doctors appointments at times to suit YOU and prescriptions delivered to your door. This can be extended to cover the whole family.
* A discount platform covering all of life's needs- from supermarket discounts, gym membership, restaurants, shopping, days out, holidays and much more.
* 24/7 access to confidential qualified counsellors and psychotherapists, as well as structured sessions to support you through a range of personal/ family/ legal/ mental health issues.
* Competitive salary + Attendance award bonuses which sees colleagues add £££ to their basic salary (reviews currently underway for April 2025).
* Paid day off for your Birthday
* Ability to book holiday up to 18 months in advance
* Employee of the month cash bonuses
* A supportive and Mental Health First Aid trained management team.
* Employee Referral Scheme
* End of Year Awards and Christmas Party
* Unlimited access to professional development training courses.
* Opportunities for internal progression across all our settings.
* Free uniform
* We pay the cost of your DBS
* and much much more
If you're looking for your next step after being a practitioner, this is an excellent opportunity to step it up a notch and join a tight knit team within an expanding business which is able to offer fantastic career progression opportunities
Requirements: In date First Aid, food hygiene and Safeguarding certificate are desirable, but training is provided.
We look forward to hearing from you
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £12.81-£13.70 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 41 per week
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Referral programme
* Store discount
Application question(s):
* Please state the days and hours you can work each week
* Please state the level and title of your highest Early Years Qualification?
* Would you be interested in the 3rd in charge and/ or SENCO roles?
Work Location: In person