Childcare Specialist

As a Childcare Specialist with Best Practice Network Limited, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional early years care to children from birth to 5 years. You will work closely with qualified Early Years Practitioners and professionals to create a safe, nurturing, and fulfilling environment that inspires children to unlock their full potential.

• Contribute positively to the development of the team environment
• Create a fun and stimulating environment that builds on the interests of the children
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children is at the forefront of your practice

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4) Desired
• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4) Desired
• Absolutely essential to already hold a Level 2 childcare qualification

You will be completing an Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship, which includes:

• NCFE Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (EYE)
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid OR Level 3 Award Emergency Paediatric First Aid

This apprenticeship has been approved to count towards the EYFS level 3 child: staff ratios.

We are a small nursery consisting of two rooms with around 40 children per day. We focus highly on individual child needs, safety, and learning through our ambitious curriculum. We maintain a friendly team and high standards of professionalism.

The salary for this position is estimated to be between £15,000 and £18,000 per annum, depending on experience. As an employee, you can expect a range of benefits, including:

• Between 30-40 hours of work per week, with a one-hour lunch break
• A whole day out of your working week dedicated to studying

We also offer wide-ranging opportunities for training and career progression, including Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, EYITT, ECT, Level 3 Early Years SENCO & Forest School.