At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan fun activities and support children's learning in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Coton Day Nursery, part of the Family First Nurseries network.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, 33 days holiday, 75% childcare discount, and health support.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities in a warm, inclusive setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a supportive team culture.
- Qualifications: Level 3 childcare qualification and a passion for early years education.
The predicted salary is between 25976 - 31748 £ per year.
Salary: £31,220.80 per annum
Hours: 40 Full-time Hours, Monday - Friday with flexible options available
Location: Coton Day Nursery, Coton C of E Community Primary School, Whitwell Way, Coton, Cambridge, UK
Your Benefits
- Flexible Working Options: 4 or 5 days, part-time or bank hours to suit your lifestyle
- 33 Days Paid Holiday: 24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off
- 75% Childcare Discount for your own children
- Career Growth: Tailored training, development and promotion opportunities
- Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential helpline and wellbeing resources
- Supportive Culture: Warm, inclusive team with staff socials and appreciation treats
- Company Pension and free on-site parking
- DBS Paid For: We cover the cost of your enhanced DBS check
- Uniform Provided: So you’re ready from day one
The Role
As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you’ll help children learn, play, and grow in a safe, engaging environment. You will:
- Plan fun, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS
- Build trusted relationships with children and families
- Work collaboratively to maintain a happy, supportive atmosphere
About You
You’re compassionate, reliable, and committed to making a difference every day.
Essential
- Level 3 childcare qualification
- Confident written and spoken English
Desirable
- Experience in an Early Years setting
- Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding best practices
Why Join Us?
Coton Day Nursery is a small, warm, and homely setting located in the beautiful village of Coton, Cambridgeshire. Based on Whitwell Way within the grounds of Coton CoE Primary School, we provide a nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you’ll have access to great resources, strong professional development and the opportunity to progress into senior roles.
Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Safeguarding Notice
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.
Equality Statement
Coton Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
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Contact Details:
Family First Nursery Group Recruitment Team
