Great Expectations Day Nursery

🎅🎄 We had a very special visitor at nursery this morning… Santa himself stopped by! 🎅😍
The children were so excited to see him and share their Christmas wishes.

They’ve enjoyed a fun-filled day packed with games, creative Christmas activities, and of course lots of yummy party food! 🎄🎉

✨🎄 Christmas has officially arrived at Great Expectations! 🎄✨

Our nursery is sparkling, the elves are busy, and the festive magic is filling every corner… because Father Christmas himself will soon be coming to visit! 🎅✨

We can’t wait to welcome him and share this special time with all our wonderful children.
Keep an eye out — dates and details will be announced very soon!

Let the Christmas countdown begin! ❄️🎁✨

🎓 The Class of 2025 🎓

Thank you to all of our children and families who joined us for graduation last week!

We'll truly miss each and every one of you, but we’re so proud of how far you’ve come and excited for all the adventures ahead. You're more than ready to take on your next chapter, and we know you’ll continue to shine bright in your new schools.

Thank you for choosing us to be part of your journey.

🌟 Exciting Opportunity at Great Expectations Nursery! 🌟
SEN Nursery Practitioner – Full-Time/Part-Time | Permanent
📍 Location: Great Expectations Nursery
💷 Salary: Competitive, based on experience
📅 Start Date: September

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Do you have the dedication to help every child thrive in a warm, inclusive early years setting?

We’re looking for a caring, committed, and experienced SEN Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly, family-run team. This is your chance to truly make a difference in the lives of children with additional needs 💛

👶 What You’ll Do
✨ Provide tailored care and engaging learning experiences for children with SEN
✨ Work with the SENCO, families, and professionals to deliver personalised support
✨ Promote emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour
✨ Build strong, supportive relationships with children and parents

📚 What We’re Looking For
✔️ Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare (or equivalent)
✔️ Experience supporting children with SEN
✔️ Understanding of the EYFS and SEN Code of Practice
✔️ Calm, patient, and great team spirit!

⭐ Bonus Skills (Not Essential)
🔹 Experience with PECS or other SEN strategies
🔹 Understanding of EHCPs and liaising with external agencies

🌈 Why Join Us?
✅ Supportive, family-run nursery where you’ll feel valued
✅ Ongoing training and development
✅ A chance to make a real impact in a nurturing environment

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💌 To apply, email your CV to:
📧 [email protected]

We can’t wait to meet you! 🌟

Who else is enjoying this lovely weather? We certainly are! Over the past few weeks the children have enjoyed spending more time outside, soaking up the fresh air and turning into mini carwash wizards! 🧼🚗 They've scrubbed, splashed, and shined their way through every vehicle—sparkle guaranteed!

This week has been filled with engaging and exciting activities, particularly some of our fun and interesting science experiments! The children have thoroughly enjoyed exploring various hands-on projects that sparked their curiosity and encouraged creative thinking.

We've also made the most of the lovely weather by spending lots of time in the garden! We look forward to planting our own flowers and watching them grow over the coming months!

It’s been an eventful week at nursery, filled with fun, creativity and learning! 🌟 The children have been busy developing new skills through a variety of activities. They had a wonderful time making their own delicious fruit crumble 🍏, measuring and mixing ingredients while learning about textures and flavours.

Our little dancers enjoyed energetic and expressive dance sessions moving to music and improving their coordination. They also got hands-on with creativity, making their very own play dough, exploring different colours and textures.

The children were captivated during our "attention bucket" sessions, which helped develop their focus and listening skills through exciting surprises and interactive elements. And that’s just the beginning - there were plenty of other engaging activities throughout the week, sparking curiosity and joy every step of the way!

🌟 **Join Our Dynamic Team at Great Expectations Day Nursery!** 🌟

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young children? We're looking for a **Level 3 Nursery Practitioner** to join our friendly, supportive team!

At Great Expectations, we believe every child deserves a nurturing and stimulating environment, and we’re proud to offer tailored support for children with special educational needs (SEN).

✨ **Why Join Us?**
- Competitive salary starting at £11.44/hour
- Term-time only hours available
- Continuous professional development
- Be part of an inclusive, collaborative team

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Create engaging learning activities for children aged 0-5
- Support children with SEN to help them thrive
- Build strong relationships with parents and carers
- Ensure a safe and caring environment

If you’re dedicated, experienced, and ready to make an impact, send us your CV today! Call us at **01642 243256** for more info.

💼 **Job Type:** Part-time or Full time, Permanent
⏰ **Schedule:** Monday to Friday

Help shape the future of young minds at Great Expectations Day Nursery! 💫

At Great Expectations we recognise the importance of safe food practices and we are proud to share the outcome of our recent Food Hygiene inspection. Once again, we have retained our 5 Star rating. Team GE! Well done everyone! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

***Experienced Cook***

Great Expectations Nursery is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Cook to join our team! We believe that nutritious, balanced meals are essential for children’s growth and development, and we are looking for a passionate Cook to help us achieve this.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and cook healthy, balanced, and nutritious meals and snacks for children, taking into account dietary requirements and allergies.
Plan menus that align with nutritional guidelines and promote healthy eating habits.
Ensure all meals are prepared to a high standard of hygiene and food safety.
Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment in accordance with health and safety regulations.
Order and manage kitchen supplies, ensuring a well-stocked and cost-effective kitchen.
Work collaboratively with the nursery team to support the overall well-being of children.

Requirements:

Previous experience as a Cook, preferably in a childcare or educational setting.
Knowledge of food hygiene, safety regulations, and allergy management.
A Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan and prepare meals in advance.
A positive attitude, team spirit, and a passion for creating delicious and nutritious meals for young children.
An understanding of the importance of nutrition in children’s development.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary based on experience.
A friendly and supportive working environment.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Option for term-time only for those who prefer it.

If you have a love for cooking and a passion for contributing to the healthy development of young children, we would love to hear from you.

Join us in creating a nurturing and healthy environment for our little learners!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From £11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday