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Join our team and help shape brighter futures – explore exciting career opportunities with Whanau Day Nurseries.

I’ve worked at Whanau Day Nursery for over 6 years. I started as a Level 2 Apprentice and I am now a Level 5 qualified Nursery Manager. I have loved being part of the Playschool family, there is always room for progression!

— Nikki – Nursery Manager

Working at Whanau Day Nursery

At Whanau Day Nursery, our staff are in the heart of everything we do. Our team is made up of experienced and qualified carers, apprentices who have just embarked on their exciting career journey in childcare, and support staff who assist with the daily running of the settings. We support staff both financially and professionally in their career development; it’s great to give our staff this opportunity and watch them progress in their career!

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Employee Benefits

Whanau Day Nursery is committed to providing an enjoyable work environment. When you become a member of our team, you can look forward to

Supportive management

A supportive and approachable management team

Open communication

An open-door policy so you feel confident to share your thoughts and ideas

Training opportunities

Qualification training and development opportunities in Early Years and management

Career growth

Opportunities for further career progression

Professional development

Continual professional development

Staff wellbeing

Internal staff wellbeing initiatives

Staff recognition

Rewards and recognition for staff achievements.

Childcare discounts

Discounted childcare costs

Provided uniform

Uniform for childcare staff

Team socials

Regular team socials

Discounts

Discount vouchers in retail and entertainment

Wellbeing

External Wellbeing and Counselling Helpline

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Apprenticeship Opportunities

If you are a kind and caring individual with a passion for working with children, we have Apprenticeship opportunities available to help you kickstart your career in childcare. We will provide you with the necessary tools to help you achieve your childcare qualification and the management team will support you at each step along the way of your apprenticeship programme.

Upon successful completion of your qualification, our Apprentices usually stay on to work at Whanau Day Nursery as a qualified Nursery Practitioner, with many later progressing even further into Room Lead, Deputy Manager and Nursery Manager roles.

There really is no other job quite like this that gives you that rewarding feeling of helping others, so if you would like to be considered for one of our Apprenticeship roles, please click here to complete an application form.

Which role is best for me?

Yes, I'm looking to work in Early Years...

Start from the top and work down the flow chart below.

Are You Qualified?

Are You Qualified to work in an early years setting?

Are you looking for a leadership role?

Yes

Please continue below

Join our team as an Early Years Practitioner

Do you have 2 years experience of working in Early Years?

Yes

Please continue below

Depending on experience, you may be suitable for a room leader role. If not, join us as an Early Years Practitioner and we will support your progress.

Do you have management experience and office based skills?

Yes

Join as a Deputy Manager

Join as a Room Lead

Unqualified: Do you want to gain an Early Years Qualification?

Yes

Please continue below

Join our team as an Unqualified Early Years Practitioner

Do you have A Levels or a Degree?

Yes

Join as an Early Years Practitioner and lets explore signing up for an Early Years Degree or EYTS.

Join our team as an Early Years Practitioner and we will fund your Level 2 or 3 qualification.