Nursery Practitioner

Job summary

At MRN, we are passionate about early childhood education, creating a loving space where every child and educator thrives. We are now hiring a Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly team at our Docklands nursery. If you are an experienced practitioner looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!

What We Offer You:

• Competitive salary: £25,400 - £29,000 per year
• Career growth opportunities, including mentoring and leadership training
• 31 days of annual leave, including 3 bonus days over Christmas (based on performance)
• Fully funded professional development, including paid time off for training
• Childcare discount and free daily meals
• Pension scheme and well-being programs
• Employee referral bonus: Earn £400 for each successful referral
• Social events such as summer BBQs and festive parties

What We’re Looking For:

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent)
• 2+ years of experience in a nursery or early years setting
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and child development
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Passionate about mentoring and supporting your team
• Employment is conditional upon receiving two satisfactory references.
• A DBS check is required before starting the role.
• Candidates who have lived or worked outside the UK in the past five years must provide an overseas criminal record clearance.

Your Role at MRN:

• Lead engaging play and learning activities that align with the EYFS framework.
• Support team members and act as a role model for junior practitioners.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and caregivers.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and health and safety policies.
• Monitor children's progress and document assessments.
• Manage daily operations when needed to ensure smooth functioning.
• Adapt to rotating shifts within the nursery’s opening hours.

Benefits:

• Birthday leave
• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Store discount

Apply now and start your journey with Magic Roundabout Nursery, rated GOOD by Ofsted. Together, let’s build a nurturing environment where children thrive, and educators grow.