Job Description

Are you dedicated to creating a fun and stimulating environment and want to work in a setting that goes the extra mile for both the children and staff?

Then come and join our team!

We are looking for a Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our welcoming and friendly team and to support the development of our nursery ethos - Big hearts, Open minds, Great adventures.

About us:

The Old Forge Day Nursery is part of the DEN Nursery Group. At The DEN, we've spent decades building an approach that allows the children and staff in all our nurseries to thrive.

With our unique approach to staff development, a completely bespoke learning curriculum and a commitment to physical and mental health, our nurseries are full of smiles, laughter, learning and play.

Our days at The Old Forge Day Nursery are filled with excitement, passion, adventures, and amazing opportunities, we offer a magical journey of learning and exploration that will captivate chilldren's imagination and set the stage for a bright future.

We are passionate about outdoor learning spending lots of time in our forest school and buiding community relationships by taking our pre-school children to spend time at the local residential home.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead exciting and engaging activities to spark curiosity and learning in our children Create a welcoming and supportive environment for our little ones to thrive in Foster meaningful relationships with children, encouraging their social and emotional growth Collaborate with parents and colleagues to ensure the best care and development for each child Keep the room organised and tidy
Qualifications:

A big heart and a love for working with children Sparkling personality with a big smile and lots of energy are a must Creativity, enthusiasm, and a sense of adventure! Love being outdoors, we utilse our forest school daily Level 3 Qualified, Early Years Teacher
We are extremely proud of our outstanding nursery team and the exceptional care and education they give, we hold current awards for:

Joint winner of Eco in the Early Years - Nursery World 2023

Eco Schools Green Flag with Distinction

RHS Gardening for Schools Level 5

Kids' Cooking & Nutrition Education - NMT Award 2023

We have both part-time and full time roles available. Part-time hours for this role will be between our opening hours of 7.30am-6pm. Unfortunately part-time school hours will not be considered for this role.

As a nursery we are very committed to child and staff wellbeing and we offer an extensive wellbeing program including a wellbeing app. We regularly reward our team with appreciation days, and offer a wealth of staff benefits which include:

FREE Health club membership

Your birthday OFF - we love birthdays and think you should have the day off to celebrate!

In-house training & development

Subsidised Christmas Party

. 31 days holiday - Including Christmas closure for well deserved rest and family time

Increasing holidays up to 5 extra days

Come and work for a nursery that's different!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred) Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 06/06/2025
Reference ID: Nursery Practitioner