Join Our Team at Worcester Park Day Nursery and Preschool!
Position: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
Hours: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday - Friday, All year round
Salary: £28,600 per annum
At The Worcester Park Day Nursery, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, friendly, and nurturing environment where children aged 3 months to 5 years can learn, explore, and thrive. Rated Good by Ofsted, our nursery is conveniently located just a stone's throw from Waitrose, easily accessible by public transport, with several bus stops nearby and Worcester Park train station only a 6-minute walk away.
Our bright and spacious setting on Longfellow Road is filled with laughter, creativity, and exciting opportunities for children to learn through play. With large baby, toddler, and preschool rooms brimming with sensory activities, our caring and experienced team ensures every child feels valued and supported as they grow in confidence and curiosity.
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus
* Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750
* Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children
* Annual Leave: Starting at 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: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth
* Excellent Transport Links
Your Role as a Nursery Practitioner
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:
* Ensure each child’s individual needs are met, delivering high-quality care and education in a safe and nurturing environment.
* Observe, assess, and plan engaging early years activities that support each child’s unique learning and development.
* Collaborate as a professional team member, 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 all 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 in this job description are not exhaustive and may be adjusted as necessary.
What You Need to Succeed
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 working 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.
The Worcester Park Day Nursery and Preschool is part of the Family First Group, where we treat 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.