Nursery Practitioner

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

Job summary

A childcare provider in Rayleigh is seeking an Early Years Educator to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years. Responsibilities include promoting high standards of quality, managing the daily operations of the nursery in the absence of leaders, and ensuring children receive stimulating experiences. The role offers various benefits including cash bonuses, generous annual leave, and a commitment to employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Cash bonus for recommending friends

31 days annual leave including bank holidays

‘Wellbeing Day’ off

Employee benefits portal

24/7 remote GP appointments

Cash back on medical procedures

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 2 or higher qualification in Early Years.
• Ability to promote high standards within the nursery environment.
• Experience in managing and mentoring staff or students.

Responsibilities

• Ensure children receive rich and stimulating experiences.
• Manage day-to-day nursery operations in the absence of leaders.
• Contribute to the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.

Skills

Promoting high standards of quality

Key carer responsibilities

Supporting children's activities

Mentoring students

Education

Level 2 or 3 in Early Years

Job description

Posted Tuesday 16 December 2025 at 06:00

His eyes are orange, his tongue is black, he has purple prickles all over his back, if you know the rest of this story you are the person we are looking for...

Our Toad Hall Day Nursery in Rayleigh p art of Grandir UK, is currently looking for a Early Years Educator with Level 2 or 3 or above in Early Years to join our team. You’ll be working hard to care for, support, share a story or two, and have fun to meet the needs of our children.

Join us and enjoy

• Recommend friends and family to work for us and 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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