Key Information
* Location: St Ives, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom (Cambridgeshire PE27 5JL)
* Contract type: Full-time, Permanent
* Salary: £13.00-£13.70 per hour (£27,248-£28,715.20 full‑time equivalent for 40 hours per week all year round)
Benefits
* Birthday Off, 6 fully paid sick days
* Cashback Healthcare Plan, Retail Discounts, Recognition & Reward
* 50% Childcare Discount, 24/7 Virtual GP Access, 24/7 Counselling Support
* Discounted gym Membership, Personal Financial Advisor Access, Pension Discovery
* Learning platform Access
What You’ll Need
Essential
* Relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare
* Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (if applying for a qualified role)
* Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with best practices in early years education
* Positive, can‑do attitude towards problem solving
Desirable
* Previous experience working in an Early Years setting
* Current paediatric first aid certificate
* Safeguarding and child protection training (full training will be given)
* Current food hygiene certificate
What You’ll Be Doing
* Work as part of a team and provide a home‑from‑home environment for all children
* Keep and maintain accurate records and reports
* Model best practise in accordance with regulatory guidelines
* Support the Room Leader to ensure the highest standards of Early Years care and Education across the setting
* Use a friendly approach with parents and carers, children, and colleagues
* Provide a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for the children to learn, play, explore and develop
* Maintain a homely environment for all children, which is clean and organised
* Implement interesting and inspiring activities for children to learn through play
* Build relationships with Key Children, record their interests and achievements through observations
* Be always available for your Key Children, having a responsibility for their care and development
* Communicate with parents/carers through our Satchel app, face‑to‑face meetings or report writing
* Ensure understanding and following of company Policies and Procedures
* Safeguarding is a shared responsibility to protect children, parents, and staff from harm
Why Join Kindred
* Supportive Culture – our nurseries built on strong relationships, teamwork and a genuine sense of belonging
* Career Development – clear progression pathways, structured training and mentorship
* Work‑Life Balance – structured working hours and flexible shift options
* Competitive Pay & Benefits – benchmarked salaries and generous benefits including bonuses, pensions, and paid leave
* Award‑Winning Family – company that values recognition, personal growth, and team success
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