Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Job DescriptionTiptree Day NurserynLevel 3 Childcare Practitioner Full-Time nnSalary: 27,060.80 per annum+ Qualification Bonus:We value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for their (and hopefully your) hard work and commitment, were excited to offer a400 Qualification Recognition bonusto all our Level 3 Practitioners across all our Nurseries.nnThis bonus will be paid after just 6 months of service, making it the perfect time to join our team and be recognized for your qualifications and contributions. (based on a 40hr working week, bonus will be pro-rota for part time staff)nnWe are excited to welcome a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Childcare Practitioner to join our team at Tiptree Day Nursery!nnWe are very proud to have received our Ofsted GOOD rating in December 2024, with a team who works together every day to "invest time in getting to know the children and what interests them. Implementing this into day to day practice, plan and planning to enhance our children and families learning, environments and experiences. nnWe would love for someone likeminded to come and continue on our journey in an environment that can offer ongoing CPD opportunities and support.nnNursery Practitioner main duties and responsibilities :nnntProvide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development.ntUnderstand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met.ntEnsure the highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery and promote these daily in every routine.ntUndertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery, and the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families.ntMaintain strictly professional relationships and report any complaints or concerns to management in accordance with company policy and procedures.ntFacilitate a strong key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and cover all children daily when colleagues are absentntAttend regular team meetings to ensure that you remain updated on key priorities, changes, developments and regularly review company policies and procedures.ntChildren''s emotional well-being is given unquestionable priority.nnn Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added.nnRequirements and skills:nnntFull and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification essentialntFluent in written and spoken English - essentialntOver 1 years experience of working in Early Years - desirablentKnowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirablennnWhy Join Us?nnAt Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:nnntAnnual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidaysntEmployee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team membersntHealth & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available and mental health first aid trained staff. ntDevelopment: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growthntCompany Pension Scheme ntReferral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and if they are successful receive a cash bonus. nnnWe 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.nnTiptree Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Groupnnnn

Created: 2025-09-11