Busikids Day Nursery We are an independent nursery, located just outside Hedge End village near Southampton, where we have been caring for little ones for 28 years.
We are now looking for Practitioners to join our lovely, friendly team.
Busikids are open 7.30 am for breakfast club then 8am to 6 pm Monday to Friday, we operate a rolling shift system between 8am and 6pm, that allows for a ‘short’ day every other day.
The salary is £26,000 per annum working an average of 37.5 hours a week for level 3 and £25,500 per annum for level 2. There may also be an opportunity to extend your working week.
We are currently offering a £500 starting bonus, pro rata to the hours worked. (Terms and conditions apply).
Our essential criteria
A full and relevant level 3, or level 2 Early Years qualification plus English if required
Good communication skills, fluent written and spoken English
Knowledge of the early Years Foundation Stage
We offer:
- Annual Leave: Starting at 29 days including Bank Holidays.
- Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for team members.
- Health and Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
- A comfortable staff room with WIFI, tea, coffee, soft drinks, fruit and biscuits.
- Development: Learning and development opportunities to support your career growth and progression.
- Onsite Parking: Access to free onsite Parking
- Company Events: Enjoy team-building activities / social gatherings
Responsibilities
We will train you in Nursery ways if you are newly qualified and ease you into the role.
· You will plan and carry out a variety of fun activities with the children in line with the Early Years’ curriculum.
· You will need to be a calm, kind and caring individual with an enthusiastic approach to working with children and their families.
· You will also need to be committed and reliable. Team working is essential to meet each child’s needs.
· If you are also proactive, show initiative and are happy to share all good ideas, this would be a bonus as we continually work to improve our practice.
· Plan and deliver engaging educational activities that promote learning through play.
· Support children's emotional and social development by fostering positive relationships.
· Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for all children.
· Observe and assess children's progress, providing feedback to parents as needed.
· Collaborate with colleagues to ensure high standards of care and education are met.
· Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to enhance professional development.
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young children and want to be part of a supportive team at Busikids Day Nursery and Pre School, we invite you to apply today!
Busikids is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are required to share this commitment. All applicants invited to interview will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK. Successful applicants will also be required to have an enhanced DBS check and 2 satisfactory references
Pay: £24,260.00-£27,726.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- • Do you hold a full and relevant Level 3 or Level 2 Childcare qualification? (Please note Health and Social Care is not deemed as full and relevant)
Work Location: In person
