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Who We Are
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We are looking for a passionate, friendly and hard-working Senior Lead Practitioner to join our nursery team based at Chestnut Nursery School - Cottenham, CB24 8TA.
Salary
We are able to offer a high competitive salary, to be discussed with candidate
The Role
This is a full-time role working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, following a shift pattern. Cottenham is open between the hours of 7.15am-6.30pm.
Requirements
* The successful applicant will need to have…
* Great understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS)
* Strong passion for a child-centred approach to play and learning
* Experience
* Level 3 qualified
* Prepared to have lots of fun in the work place (and out at company events)
* Work well within a team
* Excellent communication skills; written and verbal
* Excellent organisation skills and time-management
* Key Duties
As a Senior Lead Practitioner your responsibilities are…
* Being a key person carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with a small group of children and their families according to the EYFS
* Promoting and supporting positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues
* Take necessary steps to safeguard all who access the setting, adhering to the safeguarding policy
* Ensuring the health, safety and well-being of the children at all times
* Flexible in working hours if required.
* Support daily routines.
* Follow policies and procedures.
* Light cleaning duties.
* Maintain a high level of supervision.
* Maintain confidentiality.
Benefits
* Join us and take advantage of…
* Refer a friend scheme (unlimited)
* Free tea and coffee
* Free on-suit parking
* Free confidential well-being service
* Company events and rewards
* Discounted childcare for staff
* Training and career development opportunities
*All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide two suitable references*
**We are unable to support with sponsorship**
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £29,993.60 per year
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company pension
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Referral programme
Experience:
* Leadership: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Level 3 early years childcare qualification or above (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person