Nursery Practitioner

Grandir UK Limited; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious childcare provider in Chelmsford is seeking an Early Years Educator with Level 3 or above in Early Years. This role involves nurturing children's development, promoting high-quality childcare practices, and supporting staff. Join a supportive team with attractive benefits including cash bonuses, annual leave, and wellbeing days. Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children is essential. Applications welcomed from all backgrounds as an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

Cash bonus for referrals

31 days annual leave including extra Christmas days

Wellbeing Day

Employee benefits portal

24/7 remote GP appointments

Claim cashback for medical procedures

'Thank You' month for staff

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 or above in Early Years.
• Experience in promoting high quality within the nursery.
• Ability to support and mentor unqualified staff.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of quality in the nursery.
• Assume key carer responsibilities for designated children.
• Ensure rich and stimulating experiences for children.
• Prepare and support children's activities.
• Contribute to meet Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.

Skills

High standards of quality

Effective day-to-day management

Support and mentor staff

Promote children's activities

Education

Level 3 or above in Early Years

Job description

Job Description

Posted Tuesday 25 November 2025 at 06:00

Our Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Writtle, p art of Grandir UK, is currently looking for aEarly Years Educatorwith Level 3 or above in Early Years to join our team. You’ll be working hard to care for, support, share a story ortwo, and have funtomeet the needs of our children.

Join us and enjoy ahost of attractive benefits including:

• Recommendfriends and family to work for usand be rewarded with a cash bonus
• Total 31days annual leave inc bank hol(FTE)- Includes an extra 3 days annual leave over the Christmas period
• ‘Wellbeing Day’ – an extra day off just for you
• Access to an employee benefits portal, which includes discounts at 100’s of online high street stores, turning points into cash
• 24/7 remote GP appointments
• Claim cash back on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapy
• 'May I say thank you' for the month of May to appreciate the hard work and dedication of staff teams
• Working for a business that has received 'Great Place To Work' certification, putting people at the core of what we do

What will you be doing:

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children
• Assume key carer responsibilities for designated children
• Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development
• Prepare and support children’s activities
• In the absence of the Team/Room Leader maintain effective day-to-day management of the environment
• Contribute to ensuring that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Support and mentor students and un-qualified staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice

We are delighted to announce our official certification as a Great Place To Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive and thriving environment for our employees. This accreditation aligns with our overarching mission to deliver high-quality childcare and education, fostering the growth of children into happy, smart, and healthy individuals. Placing children and families at the core of our efforts, we acknowledge that our dedicated teams play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional education and care.

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

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