My client (nursery) in Durham, Halwell is seeking a qualified Level 3 or above Senior Nursery Practitioner.
We have an exciting opportunity for an early years practitioner to join the team at our nursery in Haswell, County Durham in a senior role. This is a full-time, permanent post.
The nursery is situated in large self-contained premises. The nursery is well resourced, well maintained and has a professional, committed staff team.
We are looking for a qualified, hardworking and dedicated Senior Early Years Practitioner to support the manager and deputy manager in leading and managing the nursery. The vacancy exists for a practitioner who:
* holds a Level 3 childcare qualification
* is experienced in working with young children
* has a good level of general education - English and Maths at GCSE C or above
* is motivated and enthusiastic about high quality child-led learning both indoors and outdoors
* is committed to achieving high standards
* is confident, caring and reliable
* sees the value to be gained from children learning with nature
* sees the value of reflecting on practice, improving and developing it and adapting to new ideas
In return we offer you:
* A warm and friendly working environment
* The support of a very experienced leadership and management team
* Our commitment to help you grow as a practitioner through training and development opportunities
* An annual uniform allowance
* Paid lunch breaks
* 50% childcare discount
* Christmas closure as we recognise the value of family time at such a special time of year
* An annual Winter Wellness Day off work
* Opportunities for team building and celebrating success including a Christmas night out
* Regular training sessions, professional development and the on-site support of a highly experienced Early Years Adviser and Area SENCO
* Opportunities for Kudos Awards
* A Long Service Award
It is vital that, if appointed, you can be flexible in terms of working within a rota system and be able to work additional hours occasionally as requested. This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service records check at an enhanced level.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £24,673.97 per annum
Pay: £11.83 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Please apply using your CV and cover letter.
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
* Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
* Management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 987
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