Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries
Qualified Nursery Practitioner
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Qualified Nursery Practitioner
Department: Nursery Practitioner
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Monkey Puzzle Lightwater
Compensation: £29,120 per year (pro-rata if applicable)
Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 3 or above)
Location: Monkey Puzzle Lightwater
Hours: Monday to Friday – 40 hours per week.
Salary: Starting £29,120 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience).
About the Role
Monkey Puzzle Lightwater are seeking a Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 3 or above) to play a vital role in delivering outstanding early years education and care within their team.
Why Monkey Puzzle stands out:
- Proud holders of Great Place to Work Best Workplaces, Best Workplaces for Women 2024, and Best Workplaces for Wellbeing (2022 & 2023).
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values individuals and invests in their growth.
- Meaningful career progression with a passionate, helpful team across the UK’s nursery network.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) experiences, meeting developmental milestones with creativity and innovation.
- Ensure all regulatory compliance—health & safety, safeguarding policies, and robust childcare practices—are meticulously adhered to.
- Design inspirational learning environments, tailored to diverse child needs, while fostering curiosity and engagement.
- Maintain confident safeguarding awareness, promptly reporting concerns and working collaboratively with safeguarding officers.
- Build strong partnerships with parents, supporting their child’s growth at every stage.
- Contribute to a positive and engaging nursery culture, fostering mutual respect with children, colleagues, and visitors.
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Why You?
Essential Qualities & Attributes You will thrive if you have:
- Strong communication skills—capable of engaging with both adults and children while upholding professional standards.
- First-class planning and organisation, ensuring smooth daily operations with flexibility.
- A positive mindset and innovative approach to inspire children’s learning.
- Safeguarding expertise and recognition of the importance of raising concerns in the right way.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to stay composed under pressure.
Qualification & Experience Requirements
- Relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or higher).
- GCSEs (levels 5-9/A-C), preferably in English and Maths (or equivalent qualifications).
- Proven ability to manage behaviour effectively within early years settings.
- Advanced understanding of child development and the ability to apply assessment strategies.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
It’s not essential but advantageous to have:
- A Level 2 qualification in Early Years.
- Experience with food hygiene (Level 2) or safeguarding training.
- FGM (Female Genital Mutilation) awareness or Paediatric First Aid certification.
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Benefits
Monkey Puzzle values its team and rewards them with a comprehensive benefits package:
- Competitive Salaries: Market-aligned rates, with regular salary reviews to recognise performance and experience.
- Length of Service Recognition: Generous vouchers for staying loyal and growing with the company.
- Enhanced Maternity Pay: Above statutory levels after two years’ service.
Wellbeing & Support Benefits
- Medicash: Free access to dental treatments, vision care, doctor appointments, therapies, prescriptions, and mental health support.
- YuLife: Full life insurance, plus access to terapreset tools via the YuLife app.
Additional Perks
- Flexible Working: Opportunities to personalise hours tailored to your needs.
- Refer a Friend: Earn rewards by recommending trusted contacts who join Monkey Puzzle.
- Team & Social Events: From informal team meetups to Holiday parties, fostering community.
Safeguarding Statement
Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries are fully committed to safeguarding children. All direct-contact roles meet legal criminal record checks under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, subject to regulated exceptions. Please note:
- All unspent convictions and cautions must be disclosed during recruitment.
- Candidates will undergo DBS checks before employment can commence.
Continued employment is contingent on demonstrating sound practice aligned with safeguarding regulations.
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