Job Description

Description

Little Elms is a family run business where people really matter, feel valued and have a voice. Whilst all of our nurseries provide exceptional levels of quality care and education, they are all completely unique! Our Lee nursery are looking for Nursery Assistants and Nursery Nurses to work as bank staff covering shifts working on a zero hours contract.

Benefits on offer include:

Hourly Rate: 12.21-14.42 per hour

Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA)

Generous Childcare discount

Fantastic Transport Links

Free uniform is provided

Opportunities across all 10 of our nurseries for progression

The ideal candidate must have:

A full & relevant Level 2 or above qualification in Early Years

Experience working in a nursery

An interest in working with young children (from 0-5 years)

Team player

Strong communication skills both written and verbal

Ability to use initiative

A passion for the Early Years

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and employment references

Little Elms Day care Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer

Little Elms Day care Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Key Responsibilities

We are currently for a skilled and experienced Nursery Practitoner to be based in our

Lee Nursery. The nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor areas.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

At least 1 years' experience in a Nursery Practitioner role or equivalent Knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) Ability to use your own initiative Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children

Benefits

Little Elms amazing benefits for you -New Starter 1000 Welcome bonus!!! Excellent rates of pay. Service recognition awards - get an extra day's annual leave, for each year worked Free, hot daily lunch prepared by our Skilled Nursery Chefs each day you work Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA) Service recognition 5yrs, 10yrs - one additional one week off for that year to celebrate your working service.
We carry out recognition events - weekly wellbeing Wednesday, monthly employee of the month, yearly introduction of awards National College Training - supporting with professional development and leadership growth
Little wellbeing Champion to support the wellbeing of the team, children and parents Flexible Working days and hour Ofsted Outstanding Bonus to the whole team Employee of the month across all Nurseries - the draw for Employee of the month for little elms receive bonus recognition. Welcome team rooms with books library to support team training and learning Every nursery Celebrating personal milestones and recognise their team in different ways Referral bonus scheme Attendance Rewards points recognition Well-Being Tools to support staff - High childcare discount Mentorship and career growth/development support Inhouse training specialist and a great space for learning in our training academy

About Little Elms Daycare

Little Elms is an established nursery that aims to provide the highest standards of care for children aged between 3 months and 5 years.

A family-run business, we believe that a fun and a caring environment is crucial to happy and healthy development.



Our nurseries offer state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious rooms indoors with fabulous outdoor areas. Our experienced and motivated team provides a stimulating yet safe environment for creative play. Little Elms takes pride in being a friendly setting in which each child's physical, emotional and developmental needs are met. Every child is special and is encouraged to achieve his or her full potential in the precious pre-school years.



Established in 2009, we have 11 nurseries across South London.