Join Our Team at Footsteps Binley Nursery!
Position: Nursery Practitioner
Type: Permanent Part-time | 32 hours per week | 2 positions available (Monday - Thursday and Tuesday - Friday)
Salary: £12.64 per hour
About Us
At Footsteps Binley Nursery, we create a warm and welcoming environment where children from birth to five years can learn, play, and grow. Our thoughtfully designed indoor spaces and engaging outdoor play areas encourage exploration and active learning, no matter the weather!
Learning through play is at the heart of our philosophy. We offer a wide range of activities and resources that support children's development across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage. We believe in the power of outdoor experiences, providing regular opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air, build confidence, and develop essential life skills through hands-on learning.
Your Role
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:
* Promote children's development through both planned and child-led activities.
* Engage in exciting extracurricular activities, including French, Football, and Arts and Crafts.
* Explore and connect with the wider community alongside the children through outings to local spots.
* Receive comprehensive training during your initial weeks to ensure a smooth transition into your role.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Qualifications/Experience:
* Full and relevant Level 2 Childcare Qualification (Essential)
* Over 1 year of experience working in Early Years (Essential)
* Experience with babies under 2 years old (Desirable)
* Knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating (Desirable)
* Understanding of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements (Essential)
* Fluency in written and spoken English (Essential)
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we truly value 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.
* Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
* Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
* Childcare: Support for your childcare needs.
* Pension: Company pension plan.
* Employee Discounts: Various discounts available.
* Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme.
* Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive health and wellbeing programme.
* Referral Programme: Incentives for referring new team members.
Our Commitment
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.
Footsteps Binley Nursery is part of the Family First Group, where we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their individual needs.