Senior Nursery Practitioner

Job Advert

We are looking for

A Level 3 qualified Third in Charge (otherwise known as a Senior Nursery Practitioner within YMCA BCG) who will help to provide a warm and welcoming environment within the nursery, where young children and their families can feel valued and obtain positive help and support.

What you will be doing

• Providing and maintaining high-quality education and care for children from 6 months - 5 years.
• Responsibility for your room, such as caring for sick children or minor injuries, checking and preparing resources for use, and ensuring the room is clean at the end of the day.
• Being part of the Nursery Senior Team, you will provide daily leadership within the room, set a positive example to childcare practitioners, and work closely with the Childcare Manager and Senior Nursery Managers to ensure good practice.

You will have experience of planning and implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum and be motivated and passionate about working with children and their families, striving to provide a safe and stimulating learning environment for children to grow and develop.

About Us

YMCA Black Country Group is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 references, which will be verified by telephone, before taking up the role.

Apart from a competitive salary and the opportunity to work for a company that is passionate about giving back to the community, the successful applicant will also receive:

• 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
• 25 Days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and an increase based on length of service
• SimplyHealth cash plan e.g. dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultation, tests, scans and more

-

Staff discounts for

childcare at our YMCA nurseries, YGym membership, and Coffee at the Clock purchases

• Life Assurance scheme
• Ongoing opportunities for CPD & various career progression routes

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Therefore, we encourage and support the recruitment, retention and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date should we receive sufficient applications.

Ready to take the next step in your early years career and make a lasting difference? Apply now to lead your own room and shape the future of young learners.