Nursery Nurse

We are searching for a proactive candidate who can effectively support our manger and its team. The position involves having a high level of responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the company. The job involves being responsible for overseeing and successfully delivering the Early years Foundation Stage Statutory Guidance (EYFS).

A candidate for this position will need to demonstrate the ability to successfully manage children, support parents & carers and work alongside others. They must be proactive, have a positive approach to learning and be open to change as Early Learners is an evolving and growing company who continuously strive for excellence.

They must provide a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment in which babies and young children are supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential. All candidates must provide evidence of a minimum Early Years qualification of a level 3+, childcare degree and/or NQT, equivalent or higher to apply for a position., Copies of your relevant Childcare certificates (level 3 childcare diploma, foundation degree, full degree, QT, EYP etc.)

Copies of your GCSE certificates (Maths & English grades C and above - essential to apply)

Any copies of safeguarding/ child protection training and level.

Two contacts and addresses for written references (one needs to be current employer)

Be prepared:

It is important to us that you feel as comfortable and confident working within our environment as we are with you working within our setting with children. We will show you around our facilities and give you the opportunity to see or work within each of our classrooms and ask our team questions. Safety is paramount with working with children so please ensure you come prepared and wear appropriate clothing.

The interview:

The interview is led by a member of our management team. We will ask you questions and review the following areas:

Childcare history and experience,

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities experience,

Qualification(s) & awards,

Knowledge and understand of the EYFS,

Safeguarding and child protection., Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience:

Cache Level 3 in Childcare (preferred)

Paediatric First Aid Certification (preferred)

Child Protection (preferred)

Early Learners Nursery (Wigan) is a newly opened setting in March 2025 and we are looking for someone to join our growing team. Early Learners Nurseries has been caring for babies and young children since 1985 and is a family run company. We want passionate Early Years Professionals to join our expanding workforce.

Excellent Salary (Exceeds NMW)

Discount of childcare (T&Cs apply)

Work place pension (Peoples Pension)

Free training operated by 'Flick Learning'

Free Paediatric First Aid

Two free uniforms

We operate over 52 weeks a year, closed bank holidays

We offer opportunities for career progression

Your interview checklist:

Identification (passport, drivers' licence, utility bill, birth certificate)., This is an opportunity for us to ask you questions and also for you to question us. In the meantime we ask that you familiarize yourself with the company by looking on our website: www.earlylearnersnurseries.co.uk

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

Pay: £12.75 per hour

Benefits:

Childcare

Company events

Company pension

Schedule:

Monday to Friday