Coton Day Nursery
Position: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
Salary: £31,200 (£15.00 per hour)
Hours: Up to 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Welcome to Coton Day Nursery, a cozy and nurturing environment nestled in the picturesque village of Coton, Cambridgeshire. Located within the grounds of Coton CoE Primary School, we pride ourselves on creating a homely atmosphere where children can thrive.
Main Responsibilities
As a Nursery Lunch Cover, you will play a vital role in our children's development. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Providing stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to each child's age and stage of development.
* Ensuring compliance with the statutory framework for the EYFS.
* Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, promoting these values daily.
* Supporting the smooth operation of the nursery and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families.
* Building professional relationships and reporting any concerns to management in line with company policies.
Requirements
To join our dedicated team, you will 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 - desirable.
Benefits
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.
* Employee Discount/Childcare: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children.
* Health & Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline and support from mental health first aid trained staff.
* Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
* Company Pension Scheme
* Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and receive a cash bonus if they are successful.
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.
Coton Day Nursery is proud to be 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.