Nursery Practitioner - Level 3
* Job Reference: 2348887476-2
* Date Posted: 11 September 2025
* Recruiter: Family First Nursery Group
* Location: Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire
* Salary: On Application
* Sector: Primary
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Job Description
Footsteps Nursery Fradley
Permanent | 30 hours per week | Monday - Friday
We value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for their hard work and commitment, we are offering a £400 Qualification Recognition bonus to all our Level 3 Practitioners across all our Nurseries. This bonus will be paid after just 6 months of service.
About Us:
It would suit a candidate who could drive due to the location of the nursery. This converted barn building is set in a beautiful rural location surrounded by fields, with large outdoor play environments suitable for all weather conditions. Fradley Nursery is a converted barn building with a setting that supports exploration, learning and development through play. Our nursery features open spaces and outdoor learning in a bespoke forest school facility.
We are: Defined by Family. We are a family by name and by nature, with diverse cultures, ideas, ages, genders and skillsets. Family First represents who we are.
This position would suit an experienced Nursery Practitioner who has previously worked in a similar environment caring for children aged 0–5 years and is seeking an exciting career opportunity.
Essential Criteria - Qualifications/Experience:
* Full and relevant 3 Childcare Qualification – Essential
* Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years – Essential
* Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating – Desirable
* Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements – Essential
* Fluent in written and spoken English – Essential
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we 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: 75% off nursery fees for our team members
* Wellbeing: Confidential employee assistance helpline available
* Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth
* Childcare
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Employee mentoring programme
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Referral programme
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. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.
Footsteps Nursery Fradley is part of the Family First Group, and we are committed to equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families as part of our safeguarding duties.
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