Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner-£1000 Welcome Perk

The Old Station Nursery Limited; Ramsgate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery organization in Ramsgate is seeking a qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to create a nurturing environment for children. The role includes planning engaging activities and building relationships with children and their families. We offer a competitive salary along with perks such as a welcome bonus, childcare benefits, and career development opportunities. This position requires strong communication skills and a commitment to children's welfare.

Benefits

£1000 welcome bonus

Free childcare for first month

52% discount on childcare

31 days of holiday

Access to training and courses

Perkbox discounts

Paid volunteer day

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status.
• Experience in creating engaging, play-based activities.
• Ability to monitor children’s development milestones.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and nurturing environment.
• Plan and deliver activities aligned with EYFS framework.
• Support the day-to-day running of the nursery.

Skills

Creating nurturing environments

Planning engaging activities

Building relationships

Monitoring child development

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner!

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? AtThe Grange,we’re looking for a Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• £1000 WELCOME BONUS!
• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays and closure over christmas! Plus an additional day for your birthday.
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay

£25,833 - £26,624 per Annum based on experience (40 hours per week).

Working Hours

Monday to Friday - 38-40 hours per week across 7.30AM - 6.00PM.

Location

The Grange Montessori Nursery, Townsend Montessori Nursery, The Grange, West Cliff Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 9LJ.

About our Nursery

Our day nursery is set in a two-storey period property in the coastal town of Ramsgate. The Grange Montessori Nursery provides a home-from-home environment where children thrive. Our Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ nursery offers children a rich, enabling environment where qualified nursery practitioners passionately nurture and develop their unique personalities and characters. Our bright and airy rooms have high ceilings, and our large, secure garden is suitable for all ages and weather conditions. Together, these create a spacious environment for children to engage in hands-on learning and make creative choices, guided by our attentive Montessori teacher. The Grange Montessori Nursery is situated on West Cliff Road, a short stroll from Ramsgate town centre. The nursery has excellent transport links from the town centre and a bus stop right outside the front. Parking is available outside the nursery.

What Your Role Involves

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children’s development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
• Support the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.
• Be a team player, offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today – we can't wait to hear from you!

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.