Job Description

Calling all Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioners looking to change settings! We have two vacancies for Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioners to join our successful team, in our newly resourced 109 place nursery.

If you are ready to play, can bring enthusiasm and energy, are reliable, ambitious for the children in your care, motivated to develop your own practice, brimming with ideas, love working in a team and are willing to go that EXTRA mile, then we want to hear from you.

We are a diverse and unique school and nursery in the heart of Southsea, committed to delivering excellent outcomes for all our children. As part of this busy and varied role you will be a key worker to a group of children, implement activities to support children's development and learning and maintain accurate developmental records.

What are we looking for in a Nursery Practitioner? Someone who:

is qualified to at least level 3 in childcare

has prior experience of working within a nursery setting

has a good working knowledge of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage

is keen to learn and wants to make a difference

is a role model and enjoy working with children

is flexible in working practices

is able to communicate effectively on all levels

is able to use their initiative and work independently where appropriate

Why come and work for us? We can offer:

a unique and exciting opportunity at our Ofsted rated "good" setting

a well-resourced and popular nursery with an excellent reputation

committed, hardworking and friendly staff

a full range of CPD to keep your skills up to date and relevant

x 2 full closure days per year for staff training

a 500 starting bonus payable on completion of probation period*

a competitive salary and 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

a generous local government pension scheme

exclusive savings on high street goods and services through Portsmouth City Councils employee scheme

wellbeing support and advice through our employee assistance programme

Visits to the nursery are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact the Business Manager on 023 9282 8606.

Please apply using the link provided. Completed application forms can be returned by hand to the School Office (addressed to the Business Manager), or by email to besau@bramble.portsmouth.sch.uk

Portsmouth City Council and Bramble Infant School and Nursery are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.?DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level and any other background checks, including overseas checks, will be required prior to any offer of employment. You will need to demonstrate that you have a Right to Work in the UK.? No post will be offered without it.

This advert is in no way exhaustive and we welcome queries about this vacancy via email to besau@bramble.portsmouth.sch.uk or via the telephone, 023 9282 8606

We would like to thank you in advance for your application; however please note we will only contact those applicants shortlisted for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,796.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person