We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our highly regarded Stepping Stones Day Nursery Team in Washington as a Nursery Practitioner.

£1,000 Welcome Boost – Thinking about starting your journey in Early Years, or making a grand comeback? We’re part of a government-backed pilot to attract and support early years professionals, and we’re offering a £1,000 incentive for eligible new or returning practitioners (TandCs apply). Let this be your stepping stone into something amazing.

Successful applicants will receive a £1000 payment after they have been in the role for 6 months. To be eligible for a payment, you must either:

Not have worked in a nursery beforeHave worked in a nursery before but not in the last 6 monthsHave worked in a nursery in the last 6 months but on a temporary contractIf you have a passion for seeing children flourish and thrive, have an abundance of energy and creativity, the desire to work in an environment where no two days are the same but are all always fun, then this is the role for you!

What We Offer

£250 Welcome bonusCompetitive salary up to £26,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)60% Childcare DiscountCompany Pension schemeEmployee Assistance Programme - Access to round-the-clock 24-hour confidential support and professional adviceSupportive Central Support TeamHigh Quality Training and Career DevelopmentApprenticeship OpportunitiesHoliday Loyalty Bonus SchemeTeam eventsService Recognition AwardsFree Uniform ProvidedHighly Skilled and Supportive Team£100 Refer a Friend BonusFree Parking

Key Responsibilities• Observe, assess, and plan effectively in order to deliver outstanding learning opportunities and exceptional care for children in the early years.• Provide high standards of quality within the nursery including the environment, resources, and experiences offered to the children so they can access continuous provision, play, learn and develop.• To safeguard and promote the health, safety, and welfare of children.• To be aware of the signs of abuse and neglect and how to report these.• To have a great knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements.• To liaise with external agencies and parents to provide the best care for children.• To work as part of a team, communicating effectively to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and giving support to other team members wherever needed.

Qualifications and Educational RequirementsFull and relevant DfE recognised childcare qualification at Level 2 or above such as, NNEB, NVQ or Early Years Educator as a minimum requirement.If you are successful with your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Enhanced Application or present a current DBS Certificate that has been registered to the DBS Subscription Update Service.

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