Pennies at Mark Cross has had a lovely face lift The nursery has been extended and been refurbished, therefore we are recruiting staff in a number of the nursery rooms.
Contracted hours that would be considered would be 3 days working 28.25hrs up to 40hrs worked over 4 or 5 days working between Monday and Friday.
The vacancies are for Qualified Nursery Practitioners with Level 2 or Level 3 for:
The Babyroom unit
The 2 years to 3 years unit
We pay towards commuting to the nursery if you fit this criteria (living a certain distance from the nursery). Two hours a day will be paid at the hourly rate to travel to the nursery from Maidstone and surrounding areas.
Pennies able to offer a generous annual leave package, staff discount on childcare and great training opportunities. Free parking on site and a fun and enjoyable working environment.
Job Title: Nursery Practitioner
Overview:
Join our team at Pennies Day Nursery, a family-run childcare company with over 25 years of experience in providing exceptional childcare services. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care and education to children, embodying our mission of offering "the very best in childcare, learning, and fun."
Duties:
- Engage and communicate effectively with children in a nurturing and supportive manner.
- Utilize your experience in early childhood education to create engaging and educational activities.
- Demonstrate leadership skills to manage and supervise children during daily routines.
- Provide childcare support with a focus on the well-being and development of each child.
- Foster a safe and inclusive environment for children to learn and grow.
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a cohesive approach to childcare practices.
- Uphold Pennies' standards of excellence in childcare services.
Experience:
- Previous experience working in a nursery setting is preferred.
- Proficiency in English language skills for effective communication.
- Ability to drive engagement and create enriching experiences for children.
- Knowledge of childcare practices and early childhood development.
- Strong leadership qualities to guide and support children effectively.
At Pennies Day Nursery, we offer:
- Opportunities for career growth and personal development.
- Competitive pay rates commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including company events, pension, employee discounts.
- Supportive work environment with continuous training opportunities.
If you are passionate about making a difference in young lives and shaping the future through quality childcare, we invite you to join our team as a Nursery Practitioner. Become part of the "Pennies Family" legacy established by our founder, Penny Scotton.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract
Pay: £13.00-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Referral programme
Work Location: In person