Join Our Team at Woodlands Day Nursery and Preschool!
Position: Nursery Practitioner - Level 2
Hours: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday - Friday, All year round
Salary: £31,200 per annum
Welcome to Woodlands Day Nursery and Preschool, where we create a nurturing environment that feels just like home! Located in the heart of Oxted, our nursery is a vibrant space where children feel safe, valued, and inspired every day. Just a short 10-minute walk from Oxted Station and close to St Mary's Primary School, we offer the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility.
Inside, our cozy, sunlit rooms buzz with the joyful exploration of children, while our outdoor play areas encourage curiosity and confidence to flourish. Here, children thrive through care and connection, and our dedicated team is supported to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful impact.
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a fantastic benefits package, including:
* Referral Programme: Earn up to £750 for referring a friend!
* Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children.
* Annual Leave: Start with 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
* Health and Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
* Development Opportunities: Tailored learning and development to support your career growth.
* Excellent Transport Links: Easy access to public transport.
Your Role as a Nursery Practitioner
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:
* Meet each child’s individual needs, delivering high-quality care and education in a safe, nurturing environment.
* Observe, assess, and plan engaging early years activities that cater to each child’s unique learning and development.
* Collaborate with your 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 concerns to management.
* Support the holistic development of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.
*Please note that the duties and responsibilities outlined are not exhaustive and may evolve as needed.
What You Need to Succeed
To thrive in this role, you will need:
* Full and relevant Level 2 childcare qualification: Essential
* Fluency in written and spoken English: Essential
* Over 1 year’s experience 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.
At Woodlands Day Nursery and Preschool, part of the Family First Group, we believe in treating 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. Discrimination of any kind has no place within our organization.