At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide exceptional early years education and support children's growth in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Happy Days Nurseries, dedicated to high-quality education and child development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, funded Blue Light Card, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Join a culture that prioritises wellbeing and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Level 2 qualification in Early Years and experience in child development.
The predicted salary is between 26748 - 26748 £ per year.
We're looking for Early Years Practitioners with experience in child development, committed to supporting children's growth and learning, based at our Penair - Truro nursery. As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll be a vital part of our team, dedicated to ensuring consistent, high-quality education within a safe and secure environment within our nurseries.
About the role: As an Early Years Practitioner, you will:
- Provide exceptional early years education, supporting each child's development and learning journey.
- Confidently implement and follow frameworks such as the EYFS to ensure high-quality teaching and care.
- Meet the daily needs of every child with compassion, attentiveness, and professionalism.
- Design and deliver stimulating activities that enrich learning and promote holistic development.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with colleagues, parents, and carers through open and effective communication.
- Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, health, and safety in every interaction and environment.
- Actively contribute to team meetings, sharing ideas and insights to positively shape the future of the children in our care.
About you: We're looking for Early Years Practitioners qualified to Level 2 who:
- Have experience with child development and learning and are committed to children's emotional and intellectual growth.
- Communicate confidently, professionally and work collaboratively.
- Work in a way that is inclusive and creates a supportive, respectful environment.
- Are reflective and committed to professional growth.
- Can easily commute to multiple nursery sites within a one-hour radius.
And a few nice to haves:
- Paediatric First Aid certification.
- Experience supporting children with additional needs.
- Familiarity with digital learning journals or nursery software.
We're building a workplace where our colleagues thrive. We offer a range of meaningful benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. Our benefits aren't just perks—they're part of a culture that puts people first and we continue to build our range of benefits designed to support health, wellbeing and the odd treat here and there... these include:
- Salary of up to £26,748.80
- Pension & Life Assurance
- Funded Blue Light Card Membership
- In addition to 20 days Annual Leave (plus Bank Holidays), up to an additional four gifted days off during Christmas closedown
- An additional day each year to celebrate something personal to you
- Funded DBS Update Service
- Access to digital GP 24/7
- On demand counselling services
- Extensive Health and Wellbeing services through the SPARK APP
- Recognition and celebration for Long Service
Safeguarding commitment: Happy Days Nurseries are committed to the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care. All successful candidates will undergo the required vetting process.
Early Years Practitioner - Level 2 in Terrington St Clement employer: Happy Days Nurseries
Happy Days Nurseries is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture where Early Years Practitioners can thrive. With a strong commitment to professional growth, we offer meaningful benefits such as a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and access to extensive health and wellbeing services, all within the vibrant community of Penair - Truro. Join us in making a positive impact on children's lives while enjoying a workplace that prioritises your wellbeing and development.