Overview
We are looking to develop our future outdoor superstars for our growing nursery, with the opportunity to work with and learn from our experienced team, support our outdoor focused agenda, and gain your Forest School Leaders accreditation.
If you are an experienced and qualified nursery practitioner who would flourish in an outdoor focused role and be keen to complete your Forest School leaders training with us, do read on…
About us
Puddle Ducks are two new Nurseries recently opened in the East Sussex countryside. Salehurst is a picturesque village on a working farm, with an all weather garden, farm paddock and old converted stable. Hurst Green is a village nursery, set in a former chapel, with wrap-around gardens on the cusps of acres of Sussex countryside. Our nurseries are perfect for babies and preschool children who would flourish in a smaller, quieter, rural setting with plenty of outside activities.
About the role
- Champion outdoor learning across our organisation supported by our experienced team, including our Head of Outdoor Learning and Forest School
- Assist in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children
- Organise activities, both inside and outside the nursery, which encourage creativity development, co-ordination, independence, self-expression and learning through play
- Engage with children in play-based learning activities to promote their social, emotional, and cognitive development
- Assist with daily routines such as mealtimes, nap times and outdoor play
- Collaborate with colleagues and parents to provide the best possible care and support for each child
- Complete the required training and development to build your skills and obtain your qualification
- Support and action our outdoor agenda set by our Head of Outdoor Learning and Forest School
Requirements
- Childcare qualification
- At least one years experience in a nursery setting
- Passion for the outdoors
- Naturally nurturing with great enthusiasm
- Eager to learn and develop skills and knowledge
- Ability to travel to our sites
- Maths and English GCSE
Benefits:
- No weekend or evening shifts
- 4 days per week
- Additional leave
- Training and qualification including Forest School Leaders
- Discounted or Free Childcare
- Company funded social team events
- Free parking
Work Location: In person at either our Salehurst or Hurst Green nursery
