Join Our Team at The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre School!
Position: Nursery Practitioner
Location: Furlong Rd, Wooburn Green, Bourne End SL8 5AE
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.
We pride ourselves on offering a variety of extracurricular activities, including French lessons, and a spacious outdoor area complete with a mud kitchen. Here, children can learn and explore 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 hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification and are ready to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we want to hear from you!
This full-time role involves 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: Confidential employee assistance helpline available
* Career Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your growth
* Transport Links: Just a 6-minute walk from Bourne End Train Station
We appreciate the dedication of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our gratitude, we offer a £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus after just 6 months of service. Join us and be recognized for your qualifications 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 and nurturing environment.
* Observe, assess, and plan engaging early years activities that support each child’s unique learning and development.
* Collaborate with your team, demonstrating a flexible attitude 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 in this job description are not exhaustive and may be subject to change.
What You 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
We are committed 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.
The Bourne End 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 background.