At a Glance
- Tasks: Create a nurturing environment for children to learn and grow.
- Company: Little Rooks Nursery at Rookwood School, a supportive and inspiring place to work.
- Benefits: Up to £30,051 salary, 4-day work week, discounted childcare, and free lunch.
- Other info: Join a friendly team in a beautiful environment with excellent facilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a great work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification and experience in a nursery setting.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 29000 £ per year.
Little Rooks Nursery at Rookwood School in Andover, Hampshire is a warm, nurturing nursery offering high-quality early years education for children from infancy through to preschool. We believe every child deserves the very best start in life, and every member of our team deserves to feel valued, supported and inspired.
We're looking for a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner (Level 2 or above) to join our friendly, dedicated team. Whether you're looking for a better work-life balance with our new 4-day working week option or a setting where your professional development is genuinely encouraged, we'd love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing:
- Plan and deliver engaging, appropriate learning experiences in line with the EYFS.
- Observe, assess and celebrate children's progress and development.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children and their families.
- Support children's wellbeing, confidence and independence.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a welcoming, inclusive and inspiring environment.
- Help ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and care.
We're looking for someone who has:
- A DfE-approved Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
- Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
- Good knowledge of the EYFS, child development and safeguarding.
- A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A genuine passion for helping young children reach their full potential.
We know that great practitioners make a real difference, so we invest in our people. We offer:
- Up to £30,051 FTE, depending on experience.
- NEW 4-day-per-week contracts for improved work-life balance.
- Annual salary reviews.
- Discounted childcare.
- Free lunch during your working day.
- Generous holiday entitlement.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Opportunities for career progression within Rookwood School.
- A welcoming, supportive and experienced team.
- A beautiful working environment with excellent facilities and outdoor spaces.
Apply today and help us give every child the very best start.
Safeguarding Statement: Rookwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance, identity, qualification and employment checks, including exploration of any gaps in employment and the receipt of two satisfactory references.
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