Nursery Practitioners Level 2

**Nursery Practitioners - Level 2 & 3 Qualified**

**Line Managers: Room Manager, Assistant Manager & Nursery Manager**

**The Learning Tree, an award-winning Nursery in Cardiff City Centre, is expanding and we are looking for Level 2 & 3 Nursery Practitioners to join our Team on Full-Time, Part Time and Flexible Contracts.**

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**The Nursery Practitioner Role**

In our unique, purpose-built nursery, you will be responsible for and passionate about providing first class childcare whilst demonstrating a positive attitude. You will relish working with children and in partnership with parents and the rest of the nursery team. You will become a key worker for a group of children, providing a safe and stimulating environment within which they can thrive, updating parents on their progress regularly. You will work to the highest of standards, always promoting a positive atmosphere for the children in your care and your colleagues. We are looking for the best in the business, high performers, with a desire to excel in your role and make a difference to the lives of the children you will care for. If this is you and you want to join a thriving company, with excellent career progression opportunities and financial rewards, based in a superb childcare setting, then we want to hear from you today

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**What we can offer you**:

- Superb **Staff Benefits Package** including **Birthday Day Off**, Company Sick Day Reward Scheme, Free Nespresso Coffee, Staff Room Snacks / Treats, Employee of the Month Reward Programme, 2 Yearly Staff Events (at Summer / Christmas) fully paid for by the company and much more.
- Staff Suggestions Box - Your thoughts matter to us
- 28 days paid **annual leave which rises** with rewards for length of service **to 33 days**.
- **Company Sick Pay Policy** & Paid Overtime.
- Full Induction with continuous support, training and professional development.
- **50% childcare discount** in our nursery.
- The opportunity to join a fast-growing company with **excellent career & financial progression opportunities**, based on performance.
- **Competitive Pay** - Starting at £10.18 - £10.67 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.
- **Flexitime** working initiative
- **Flexible hours** around the needs of the business, with **4 day working weeks** available for full time employees.
- FREE on-site staff parking
- FREE uniform
- A fun and exciting environment within which to develop and progress your career

**Your Qualifications and Experience**:

- You **must** hold a full and relevant Early Years qualification, at least **Level 2** or above.
- Previous experience working and caring for children under 5, ideally within an Early Years setting is desirable.
- Happy to take instruction from senior staff, with a desire to further your own knowledge within Early Years through taking part in further training and enhancing your qualifications. You will be supported by the nursery in all training and qualifications that you undertake.
- Have a clear and valid DBS.
- Excellent references, with preferably one from an Early Years establishment.
- Bags of drive and determination with a ‘make it happen’ attitude and a positive, happy approach to your work and colleagues.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £10.18-£10.67 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Childcare
- Company events
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have a valid level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare?

Work Location: In person