At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver exceptional early years education and high-quality care in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Mama Bear’s Day Nursery in Plymouth.
- Benefits: Enjoy your birthday off, free meals, 50% childcare discount, and 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities with extensive training and a no lone-working policy.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for child development.
We’re looking for a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly team at our Plymouth nursery. If you’re committed to delivering exceptional early years education and high-quality care, we’d love to hear from you.
Set in a peaceful pocket of countryside within the city, Fort View is our smallest nursery but boasts one of our largest gardens. Children enjoy a cosy, home-from-home environment while also having the freedom to explore an extensive outdoor space that inspires curiosity, confidence and adventure.
What we’re looking for:
- A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
- Strong understanding of the EYFS
- A warm, positive and child-centred approach
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Passion for supporting children’s learning and development
Why Join Mama Bear’s?
- Your birthday off
- Free uniform
- Complimentary meals when dining with the children
- 50% childcare discount for your first child
- Christmas closure – you’ll never work between Christmas and New Year
- All bank holidays off
- 28 days annual leave
- A strict no lone-working policy so you’re always supported
- Clear progression routes, with internal promotion wherever possible
- Extensive training and CPD, helping you grow your career
- Time back for meetings, training or events held outside nursery hours
We offer a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience, alongside a supportive, friendly team environment.
Safeguarding & Compliance
As this role involves working closely with children, an enhanced DBS check is required. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Mama Bear’s Day Nursery is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Nursery Name: Plymouth - Fortview, Crownhill
Early Years Practitioner in Plymouth employer: Mama Bear's Day Nursery
Mama Bear’s Day Nursery is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and friendly work environment in our modern Paignton setting. With benefits like your birthday off, complimentary meals, and a generous 28 days of annual leave, we prioritise employee well-being and growth through extensive training and clear progression routes. Join us to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while enjoying a fulfilling career in early years education.