Nursery Practitioner Location: Hitchin Salary: £25,400 £30,300 per annum Contract: Full-time / Part-time Qualification: Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years (Essential)Care First is partnering with a reputable nursery in Hitchin that is looking for a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join their dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment, delivering high-quality care and education to children in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).Key Responsibilities: Promote and maintain high standards of care and educationSupport and supervise playroom staff in their day-to-day dutiesAllocate children to keycarers and ensure effective implementation of keycarer proceduresProvide professional feedback to parents and carersDevelop positive and professional relationships with staff, children, and familiesEnsure the nursery meets all regulatory, health, and safety standards Benefits: Recommend friends and family to work for the nursery and receive a cash rewardGenerous discount on childcareTotal 31 days annual leave including bank holidays (FTE), with an extra 3 days over Christmas Wellbeing Day an extra day off just for youAccess to an employee benefits portal with discounts at hundreds of high street stores24/7 remote GP appointmentsCashback on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapyRecognition through the May I Say Thank You programWork in a nursery officially certified as a Great Place To Work, putting peo