*Various Nursery Practitioner roles available*

Cheltenham

Blossom Lodge Day Nursery is looking for exceptional Nursery Practitioners to work with children aged 3 months to 5 years.

We are looking to recruit nursery practitioners to work in our family orientated, friendly and inclusive private nursery who pride ourselves in our relationship with parents and is passionate for creating an individual learning environment for each child.

Positions Available:

• Level 2 or 3 Qualified Practitioner for our Pre-school room (3-5 years), working 38  hours ( over 4 days) or 44 hours per week (over 5 days)
• Level 2 or 3 Qualified Practitioner for our Baby Room (0-1 years), working 25 hours per week Monday to Friday
• Level 2 or 3 Qualified Practitioner for our Toddler Room (1-2 years), working 38  hours ( over 4 days) or 44 hours per week (over 5 days)
• Part time Qualified Practitioner Level 2 or 3, to work across all age groups

The Ideal Candidate will have the following:

• Experience of working in a children's day nursery
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to observe and records children's progress
• Good IT skills in order to carry out recording the children's daily information on our online portal
• Enthusiasm and a passionate approach to early years development
• Skills to deliver high quality childcare
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
• All applications require 2 references and the successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure (DBS)

A minimum Level 3 childcare qualification is preferable where stated; however, a minimum level 2 qualification and 1 years’ experience in a childcare setting would be an considered.

“Blossom Lodge Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.”

As part of this commitment, we follow safer recruitment procedures which will include various checks including identity, DBS, satisfactory references and a probation period. You must have a legal right to work in the UK.

All positions that involve working with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You are therefore required to declare any convictions that you may have, including those that would otherwise be regarded as 'spent' under this Act.

To apply for one of the role listed, please email by clicking on Apply Now, stating the role you are interested in and an application form and job description will be sent to you.

Employment Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, April 2024 wage increase will be above minimum wage
- Your birthday off on us, a day to celebrate you!
- 31 days annual leave, (28 days standard annual leave, one day off for your birthday and two days towards our Christmas closure week)
- An extra days holiday after 5 years of employment
- Committed team supporting all staff in their personal development and career progression including access to NoodleNow, an industry leading online learning platform
- Up to 50% Staff Childcare Discount for Qualified Staff
- Employee recognition and long service award vouchers
- Staff Recommend a Friend Scheme, £500 after employee complete their probation period
- Access to Perkbox, range of discounts and offers
- Pension scheme
- Staff non uniform day last Friday of the month

To Apply simply click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete the online form including attaching an up-to-date CV.