Nursery Practitioner

Welcome Bonus of £1,000 for successful candidates!

About us

Hazelwood is a friendly, vibrant independent school and nursery that works closely with parents to build strong partnerships to support and encourage every individual child. Our aim is to foster a real love of learning and thirst for knowledge in all our children.

About us

Hazelwood is a friendly, vibrant independent school and nursery that works closely with parents to build strong partnerships to support and encourage every individual child. Our aim is to foster a real love of learning and thirst for knowledge in all our children.

We are looking for a skilled and level 3 qualified full time Nursery Practitioner to work in one of our rooms dependent on experience. Working alongside our Room Leader and Senior Practitioner, you will:

• hold a minimum level 3 in childcare

• have an excellent understanding of the EYFS and child development

• have a passion for education and the ability to plan for children's development

• work well as a team member

We think the following characteristics are key:

• an excellent sense of humour

• bags of drive and energy

• the ability to pretend to eat plastic fruit/toys/playdough enthusiastically and unendingly

• the ability to receive and give countless hugs each day

We value our staff and offer:

• a highly competitive salary

• 6 weeks paid holiday per annum, plus bank holidays

• pension scheme

• free daily lunch

• training including 2 INSET days per year

• childcare discount of 30%

• well-resourced and spacious working environment

• commitment to professional development

• opportunities within the school environment

• ability to add responsibility earnings to your salary

• free on-site parking

We are within easy walking distance of Oxted train station, which has excellent links to East Croydon and London.

Please return completed application forms to Matt Weeks at weeksm@hazelwoodschool.com The closing date will remain open until the position is filled, so early application is advised.

Hours of work - 42.5 hours per week on a rota basis (paid 40 hours per week).

Hazelwood School is committed to Child Protection and the successful candidates will be required to obtain an enhanced DBS Certificate, through Hazelwood, prior to starting work. Hazelwood School promotes British Values.