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Grandir UK · Colchester, England, United Kingdom
Forest School Practitioner
Pippins Montessori Day Nursery and Forest School in Colchester
Part of Grandir UK
Salary £26,666 to £28,288 per year (depending on experience and qualifications with
regular pay reviews)
Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.
Why You’ll Love Working Pippins Montessori Day Nursery and Forest School in Colchester
At Pippins Montessori Day Nursery and Forest School in Colchester, you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow.
About Our Nursery
Set on a working farm in White Colne, our Montessori nursery and Forest School offers a unique, nature-inspired environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years, supporting independence and a love of discovery.
Ofsted
Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, we provide high-quality early years education in carefully designed spaces, including a cosy under-2s room and Montessori classroom. Our small, homely setting is loved by families.
Outdoor Learning
Outdoor learning is central to our approach, with two accessible outdoor areas and a dedicated Forest School in nearby meadow and woodland, offering hands-on experiences in all weathers.
Location
Located in the village of White Colne near Colchester, we are easily accessible, with nearby train stations at Marks Tey and Chappel & Wakes Colne.
What will you be doing
Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children
Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development
Prepare and support children’s activities
In the absence of the Team/Room Leader maintain effective day-to-day management of the environment
Contribute to ensuring that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage
Support and mentor students and un-qualified staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice and maintain friendly, professional relationships with parents and carers
Enhanced Family and Wellbeing
Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks
Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid
Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid
Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid
Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you
The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service
Even More
Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M and S and major supermarkets
24 hour remote GP appointments
Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies
Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
Tailored in house training and genuine progression opportunities
Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation
Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.
Apply today. We review applications as they are received and may close the role early.
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Details
| Company | Grandir UK |
| Location | Colchester, England, United Kingdom |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | healthcare |