Job Description

Welcome to YMCA Stepping Stones Nursery



At YMCA Stepping Stones we provide high quality child care within our community at our two settings. Our qualified and caring team works hard to provide the compassion and support for those who need it most, every day we make a difference.



We are looking for a positive, vibrant individual with a passion for working with children to provide a fun, stimulating and positive environment to support children's behaviour, learning and development. You will of course be supported and have the opportunity to develop and enhance your own skills along the way.



We have been at the heart of the community in Derbyshire since 1847. While the scope of our work has changed considerably over the years, our vision hasn't. Our holistic development in body, mind and spirit and our mission to break down barriers to achievement and help local people to fulfil their potential has remained our constant purpose.

Position:

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Level 2/Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Based:

YMCA Stepping Stones, St Marks Road

Salary:

23,890 FTE, 12.21ph

Hours:

Full Time 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday


Term Time Only (38 weeks) 30 hours per week - Monday - Friday



This is an exciting time for you to join YMCA Stepping Stones; we are currently expanding our provision and developing our rooms and outdoor spaces.



We are looking for enthusiastic Qualified Nursery Practitioners to join our friendly team with the drive to provide a high quality and supportive learning environment for our children and their families.



We are looking for a positive, vibrant individual with a passion for working with children to provide a safe, stimulating and positive environment to support children's behaviour, learning and development.



You will of course be supported and have the opportunity to develop and enhance your own skills along the way.

Requirements:

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Minimum level 2 early years qualification Knowledge of legislation including equality, safeguarding, PREVENT, SEND, health and safety and food hygiene. Safeguarding to level 3 (training can be provided)


At YMCA Derbyshire we aim to transform the lives of the people we work with for the better. We are looking for brilliant people who will ensure that safeguarding the people we work with is a priority.

The appointment is subject to YMCA Derbyshire receiving two satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and a six-month probationary period.

Other information:

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YMCA Derbyshire are proud to be a 'Disability Confident Employer'. If you're disabled, we will guarantee you an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for the role you've applied for. Are you a disabled candidate who would like to apply on this basis?



If you do not wish to apply under the scheme, but do require us to make reasonable adjustments for you to attend an interview, then please let us know what those adjustments will be.

What we offer:

Generous Annual leave


Pension contributions


Discount on childcare


Free parking


Uniform supplied


Costco card


Christmas dinner



For an informal chat or any questions please contact Danielle Pawley on 01332 372245.



Closing date; 8th August 2025



Interviews to be held; On a rolling basis as applications are reviewed.

Vision

Our vision is enabling young people and communities to thrive:

- So, they can fulfil their dreams;


- have a safe space to learn and grow;


- feel equipped to belong, contribute and prosper; and


- feel supported to be active in body, mind and spirit.

Together we create places where people flourish.

Mission

To develop the whole person, body, mind and spirit.

Values

From 1 Corinthians 13:4-7


Protect | Trust | Hope | Persevere

YMCA Derbyshire are committed to providing dual professionalism opportunities

We will do this by offering placements within other organisations in our community.



By supporting dual professionalism, we will improve our development, increase our experiences and outcomes which will positively impact YMCA Derbyshire, our employees, our residents and learners and our communities.

Equality and Diversity Statement:

YMCA Derbyshire is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of its operations. We value and embrace individual differences and believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity. We welcome people from all backgrounds, irrespective of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.