At a Glance
- Tasks: Create a nurturing environment and deliver engaging activities for children.
- Company: Join Dartington Nursery, where passion meets purpose in early years education.
- Benefits: Enjoy a £750 welcome bonus, free childcare, and 31 days of holiday.
- Other info: Access to training, discounts, and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS.
The predicted salary is between 27538 - 27538 £ per year.
Join Our Team as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner! Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Dartington, we're looking for a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let's make a difference together!
To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
- WELCOME BONUS: £750
- Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
- Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
- Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses.
- Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
- Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
- Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.
Pay: £27,538 per annum based on experience (40 hours per week).
Working Hours: Monday to Friday - Full-time between 8am-6pm (hours to be discussed at interview).
Location: hdc Nursery Dartington, Brimhay, Gidleys Meadow, Dartington, Devon, TQ9 6JZ.
About our Nursery
Our Dartington Nursery is situated in a quiet residential area and a short drive from the A38, with easy access from places like Ivybridge, Ashburton and Buckfastleigh. Parking is available outside the nursery for the team. We encourage outdoor learning whenever possible and aim to pass on a love of the outdoors, teaching them how to care for their world and environment. Children can experience planting, growing, harvesting, and food-to-plate so they know where their food comes from. Using resources from our outdoor area, children can welcome guests to their bug hotel.
What Your Role Involves
- Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
- Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
- Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Monitor and celebrate children's development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
- Support the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.
- Be a team player, offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today – we can't wait to hear from you!
The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.
Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner - £750 Welcome Perk in Dartmouth employer: The Old Station Nursery
At Dartington, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to nurturing both our children and our staff. With a generous £750 welcome bonus, free childcare for the first month, and a 52% discount thereafter, we ensure that our team feels valued and supported. Our commitment to career development, inclusive work culture, and community engagement through volunteer days makes Dartington a truly rewarding place to grow your career in early years education.
