Early Years Practitioner
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FULL DESCRIPTION
Nursery: Grimsbury Manor Nursery School, Banbury, OX16 3JX
Hours: Full Time, 40 Hours per week
Salary: From £12.40 per hour based on experience and qualifications
Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more.
£1,500 Welcome bonus
Early Years Practitioner
As an Early Years Educator you will be a key part of keep our children safe, loved and inspired to learn. Key activities include: Applying the [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] curriculum & our pedagogy principles to our children daily, Seeking out learning opportunities in everyday routines such as mealtimes & transitions, Bond with your children and their families by engaging in meaningful moments.
About you:
- A true love for child development and care
- Able and willing to work in a team
- Ability to communicate effectively with management, your peers and parents
- High levels of care and empathy that every opportunity can be a learning opportunity
- Knowledge of the EYFS framework
Must haves:
- Early Years qualification at Level 3
- Experience working with all age groups within Early Years
Benefits That Support You — At Every Stage
Parental Leave
Becoming a parent is a special time. That’s why we offer 52 weeks of parental leave to both mums and dads, with 6 weeks at full pay.
When you’re ready to return, we’ll support you with 100% childcare discount for your child’s first six weeks, and 50% until they start primary school.
Wellness Day & Headspace
Some days are harder than others — take your annual wellness day and enjoy some downtime.
Plus, enjoy free access to the Headspace app to support your wellbeing, with tools for sleep, stress, mindfulness, and more.
Compassionate Leave
Life doesn’t always go to plan. We offer 3 days of paid compassionate leave for bereavement or family emergencies, so you can take the time you need to heal or be with loved ones.
Holidays
Whether it’s a city break or your annual family trip, we help you take the time you need.
After 2 years with us, you'll get 2 extra days of leave — and 3 extra days after 5 years.
Shoes & Trainer Discount
You’re on your feet a lot — comfort matters. Get 25% off trainers and shoes at sportshoes.com each year.
Champneys Spa Discount
Indulge in some real relaxation with a 75% discount at one of Champneys' amazing wellness spas — perfect for your wellness day!
Counselling & Therapy
Through Vitality, you and your immediate family have access to unlimited 24/7 counselling and six annual in-person therapy sessions.
Sick Pay & Flu Vouchers
We’ll top up your sick pay to full pay for up to 7 days if you’re off for more than a week.
And every year, you can claim a free flu shot through our Get Well This Winter campaign.
Active Discounts
Take care of your body and mind:
Plus, many more.
We care about our people.
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