Join Our Team at Footsteps Lichfield Road Nursery & Pre-School!
Position: Level 3 Practitioner
Hours: Permanent | 40 hours per week | £27,060.80 (£13.01 p/h) | Monday – Friday
Exciting Recognition Bonus!
We truly value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation, we’re thrilled to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus after just 6 months of service. Join us and be recognized for your hard work and commitment!
About Us
At Footsteps Lichfield Road Nursery, rated Good by Ofsted (January 2025), we provide a warm, home-like environment for children from birth to 5 years. Our beautiful nursery consists of three main buildings, where we focus on delivering stimulating and purposeful learning opportunities. We invite parents to engage in activities and support our community. Plus, all children participate in Jo Jingles every week, enjoying music in a fun and engaging way!
We believe that a child’s earliest years are crucial in shaping their future. That’s why we are committed to creating nurturing environments with high-quality teams to deliver exceptional care and education for all our families.
What We Need From You
* Passion: A genuine love for working in childcare.
* Flexibility: Ability to work shifts between 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
* Commitment: A dedication to continual professional development.
* Knowledge: Sound understanding of the EYFS framework.
* Qualifications: NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, NVQ Level 3, or EY Educator.
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we prioritize our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
* Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children.
* Health & Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline and mental health first aid trained staff.
* Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
* Pension Scheme: A company pension scheme to secure your future.
* Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and earn a cash bonus if they are successful!
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.
Footsteps Lichfield Road Nursery & Pre-School 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.
Note: All positions are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.