Role
Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above).
Location
Nene Valley Day Nursery | Northampton | NN1 5BD.
Contract
Permanent | 30 hours/week | 52 weeks/year.
Working Pattern
Monday-Friday between 06:45-18:30 | Choose a 3 day week or 5 Mornings.
Salary
£27,040-£30,929.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00-£14.87 per hour.
Benefits
* Generous annual leave: 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.
* Work‑life balance: Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the days you accrue, tax‑free.
* Childcare discount: 75% discount (or 40% grandparent discount) on your fees at any Childbase nursery, from day one.
* Exclusive partner benefits: Long‑service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts.
* Wellbeing support: Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will‑writing service.
* Career development: Team inset days, access to online training and apprenticeships through our academy.
Qualifications & Experience
* Qualified early years professional with a DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above.
* Skilled in creating opportunities for learning: knowledge of the EYFS to work as a Key Person, planning and implementing high‑quality, engaging activities that promote learning through play; observing, assessing and recording children’s progress.
* Advocate for safeguarding: ensure every child feels safe, valued and happy, and their well‑being is promoted.
* Collaborative: enjoy working in partnership with children, parents and colleagues, effectively communicating and building strong and positive relationships.
Additional Requirements
* Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available.
* Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds. We’re committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required.
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