Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner (12 month Maternity Cover)

YMCA Derbyshire; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A community nursery provider in the East Midlands is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner for a 12-month maternity cover. The role involves creating a supportive environment for children’s development. Candidates should hold a minimum level 3 early years qualification and be knowledgeable in safeguarding and health legislation. This position offers a chance to contribute positively to the community and comes with various benefits including generous annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Generous Annual leave

Pension contributions

Discount on childcare

Free parking

Uniform supplied

Costco card

Christmas dinner

Qualifications

• Minimum level 3 early years qualification required.
• Knowledge of legislation including equality, safeguarding, PREVENT, SEND, health and safety and food hygiene.
• Safeguarding to level 3 (training can be provided).

Responsibilities

• Provide a fun, stimulating and positive environment for children.
• Support children’s behaviour, learning, and development.
• Work as part of a friendly team in a nursery setting.

Skills

Knowledge of legislation including equality

Safeguarding to level 3

Understanding health and safety

Education

Minimum level 3 early years qualification

Job description

Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner (12 month Maternity Cover)

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Overview

Welcome to YMCA Stepping Stones Nursery. At YMCA Stepping Stones we provide high quality child care within our community at our two settings. Our qualified and caring team works hard to provide the compassion and support for those who need it most, every day we make a difference. We are looking for a positive, vibrant individual with a passion for working with children to provide a fun, stimulating and positive environment to support children’s behaviour, learning and development. You will be supported and have the opportunity to develop and enhance your own skills along the way. We have been at the heart of the community in Derbyshire since 1847.

Position

• Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner
• Based: YMCA Stepping Stones, St Marks Road
• Salary: £19047.60pa, £12.21ph
• Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• 12 month Maternity Cover, possibility of permanent hours at the end of the 12 months

This is an exciting time to join YMCA Stepping Stones; we are expanding our provision and developing our rooms and outdoor spaces. We are looking for enthusiastic Qualified Nursery Practitioners to join our friendly team with the drive to provide a high quality and supportive learning environment for our children and their families.

Requirements

• Minimum level 3 early years qualification
• Knowledge of legislation including equality, safeguarding, PREVENT, SEND, health and safety and food hygiene
• Safeguarding to level 3 (training can be provided)

YMCA Derbyshire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check, in line with our safeguarding policies and a six-month probationary period.

Disability Confident Employer: YMCA Derbyshire is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you’re disabled, we will guarantee you an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require adjustments for attendance at interview, please let us know what they are.

What we offer

• Generous Annual leave
• Pension contributions
• Discount on childcare
• Free parking
• Uniform supplied
• Costco card
• Christmas dinner

For an informal chat please contact Angelina Brett on 07715243469 or 01332 372245 during the hours of 9am – 4pm Monday - Friday

Closing date: 3rd November @8am

Interviews to be held on a rolling basis as applications are reviewed.

Equality and Diversity Statement: YMCA Derbyshire is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of its operations. We value and embrace individual differences and believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity. We welcome people from all backgrounds, irrespective of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.