Job description:
Marlborough Day Nursery is a family owned private day nursery based in the centre of Coalville, Leicestershire, providing quality care and education to children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. We have the opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with a full and relevant early years qualification, to join our team of experienced nursery practitioners This position is full time (39 hours) working all year round, within one of our six group rooms. The working patten is 4 full days at 7.30 am - 6pm with your 5th day being a non-working day. Non-working days are set to enable you to plan and balance your home life. The non-working day may be negotiable.
Main duties:
To work alongside our professional, passionate and nurturing team, supporting children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, and providing a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care. Be guided by nursery policy and procedure and work in partnership with colleagues, parents, carers and other professionals.
Experience and qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess: A full and relevant early years qualification of level 3 (or above) Valid certification in paediatric first aid, safeguarding children and food safety and hygiene Experience working in a nursery environment Knowledge of child development and EYFS
Personal qualities:
Nurturing, creative, fun, engaging, Passionate about early years Have enthusiasm and a willingness to develop in the role
Terms and conditions:
Successful candidates are required to provide two references, copies of qualification and training certificates and if not already registered on the DBS update service, must undertake an enhanced DBS check. Marlborough Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Benefits:
Generous welcome bonus Uniform allowance 50% childcare discount Annual birthday bonus Ongoing professional development opportunities Carer progression Long Christmas holiday closedown with pay