My client (nursery) in Durham 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.
Do you love working with young children? Do you believe in giving every child the best learning opportunities possible? Do you enjoy being outdoors in all weathers? Do you enjoy working with other adults and contributing to a hard-working and committed 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. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £24,673.97 per annum
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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