Join Our Team at The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre School!
Location: Furlong Rd, Wooburn Green, Bourne End SL8 5AE
Position: Nursery Practitioner
Hours: 40 hours - 5 days per week
Salary: Level 3 - £29,660.80 per annum plus a £1000 welcome bonus
About Us
Welcome to The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre School, a delightful and nurturing environment located in a beautifully converted Methodist Church. Just a short 6-minute walk from Bourne End Train Station, our nursery is easily accessible, with convenient street parking available for commuters.
We pride ourselves on offering a range of exciting extracurricular activities, including French lessons, and a spacious outdoor area complete with a mud kitchen. Here, children can explore, learn, and grow in a hands-on, engaging environment.
Your Role
We are on the lookout for a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join our dedicated team. If you have a Level 3 Childcare qualification and a love for early years education, we want to hear from you!
This full-time role involves working 40 hours a week with flexible shift patterns between 7:30 am and 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* £1000 Welcome Bonus for Level 3 candidates
* £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus for Level 3 practitioners
* Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750
* Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members
* Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
* Health and Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline
* Career Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your growth
* Transport Links: Just a 6-minute walk from Bourne End Train Station
We recognize the dedication of our Level 3 Practitioners and are excited to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus after just 6 months of service. This is a fantastic opportunity to be acknowledged for your hard work and contributions!
Your Responsibilities
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:
* Ensure each child’s individual needs are met, providing high-quality care and education in a safe, nurturing environment.
* Observe, assess, and plan engaging early years activities tailored to each child's learning and development.
* Collaborate with your team, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to develop 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 matters to management.
* Support the holistic development of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.
*Please note that duties and responsibilities may evolve, and additional tasks relevant to this role may be assigned.
What You Need
To thrive in this role, you will need:
* Full and relevant Level 3 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
Commitment to Safeguarding
We are dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected 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 The Bourne End Day Nursery and Preschool, part of the Family First Group, we are committed to treating everyone with respect and equality. We embrace diversity and ensure that all children and families receive the support they need, free from discrimination.