4 day working week working hours 08:00 - 17:45 (37 hours)\*Fixed days-off can be requested*Starting wage £12.80 per hour* (salaries are subject to age, experience, skillset and ambition)We are an all-year-round setting closing for the Christmas week.-*Would you like to work somewhere that thinks about childcare differently?*Somewhere that supports your development and career progression?Somewhere that values its staff and children’s health and wellbeing?Everything we do at Abbotswood is enhanced by the love our staff have for where they work and our children leave with the best possible skills setting them up for life.-*Who We’re Looking For:*A qualified and experienced (Level 2 or above) practitioner who has a passion for working in the early yearsHas a love for the outdoors - come rain or shine!Someone who can plan meaningful experiences that encompass nature and the seasonsA nurturing character who understands children's well-being is pivotal to allSomeone who is fun, creative and thoughtful, doesn’t take themselves too seriously and willing to work as part of a large teamAn individual who is eager to learn and develop their knowledge and skills.-*Minimum Requirements:*Level 2, 3, 4, 5, higher wage paid to Level 6 or Early Years TeacherExperience working with children in the early yearsFoundation of safeguarding knowledge and experienceEnhanced DBS and update service (initial DBS paid for by us)Must drive/have own transport. Due to our countryside location, we are not near any public transportEmployment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including verification of the right to work in the UK and receipt of two satisfactory references, one of which must be from the applicant’s most recent employer or educational setting.\*All statutory training and certificates can be obtained through us directly including, first aid, safeguarding and enhanced DBS. \*These are paid for by us but will be claimed back if you leave within a year of employment.-*The Role:*Have your own autonomy on where you want to take your career and develop young children’s skills and knowledgeThink differently about childcare, take yourself on a personalised journeyBe a key person and responsible for children’s individual learning & developmentBe responsible for contributing to planning, team meetings, leading outdoor play and sharing your knowledgeDevelop your knowledge in the outdoors and hygge approach to enhance every child’s experience at AbbotswoodYou are joining a nursery that is *staff focused*. We want to develop *you*; we want you to thrive and create your own role into how you want to work.-At Abbotswood Preschool and Day Nursery, the safeguarding of the children we care for is paramount to everything we do. To help us with this, we have a robust recruitment process. Here’s what to expect when applying to work with us:* *Telephone chat:* This is a short, informal chat, to get to know you and make sure we are right for each other. We will read the job description and think about why you want this role.* *Nursery Tour and Stay & Play: *You will be invited to nursery during opening hours for a tour of our site, and the chance to spend some with one of the age groups for 30 minutes.* *Face To Face Interview With the Nursery Manager:* Depending on timing, we may ask you to sty for an interview on your stay and play day, or book another suitable day. During the interview, we will read through your CV, discuss examples of when you have performed well at work or in education, research some details about the company and the role. We’d love for you to make sure that working with us is important to you. Make sure you know why this is the perfect job for you and ask lots of questions!* *Job Offer: *We will email you with the outcome of your interview. If successful, we will ask you to complete further information to send back to us, including details to complete your enhanced DBS (criminal check) certificate. We will also ask you to provide us with two references.-*Benefits:** Free onsite parking* Paid for first aid course within first 3 months (if required)* Paid for summer and Christmas parties. We do like a party!* We operate a secret fairy system (ask us more about this at your interview)* Employee of the month rewards* Company pension scheme.* 28 days holiday, which includes one week of Christmas break* Uniform provided* Meals and healthy snacks provided* Promise of annual pay reviews* Childcare discount available* Being part of a team who genuinely support each other-Check out our virtual tour on You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MeH7niAmunIJob Type: Full-timePay: From £12.80 per hourBenefits:* Childcare* Company events* Company pension* Employee discount* Health & wellbeing programme* On-site parkingWork Location: In person