All of our staff are either NNEB (National Nursery Examination Board) or equivalent, or participating in the National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in Early Years and Childcare. We have a very high qualified staff ratio which far exceeds that of OFSTED requirements. All of our staff are trained in First Aid, Safeguarding and Food Hygiene.
Career opportunities
Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries are committed to providing great career opportunities for its entire staff. We are very keen to ensure the majority of staff participate in training at all levels. Our policy is always to recruit and/or promote internally if at all possible.
We want to offer diverse career opportunities to all staff that are seeking them. Whether it is your goal to become a Senior Nursery Nurse or a Nursery Manager. Wherever we can, we will assist you in achieving that goal.
Current Vacancies:
Room Leader
Full-Time Nursery Nurse level 2/level 3
Caroline Musgrove
Owner & Director
For the past 15 years Caroline has been working as a paediatric Speech and Language Therapist in the NHS and for local authorities. In this time she has been fortunate to work in many pre-school settings where she has seen examples of excellent practice and some which needed supporting. Yet the research still suggests that nearly half of all children are starting school without the language levels required to access the curriculum.
Caroline intends to create a communication rich environment where all staff have been specifically trained in supporting the development of speech and language through play. There will be specialist small group intervention packages for children who require a boost and there will be screening for all children aged 2 years and above for possible speech and language difficulties.
Feel free to contact Caroline if you have any questions at caroline@monkeypuzzleshefford.co.uk.
Taylor – Deputy Manager
Foundation Degree in Early Years
Hi my name’s Taylor and I work in the Owls room as a Nursery Nurse. I have worked in childcare for 6 years and have recently completed my Early Years Foundation Degree in Childcare. I am continuing to study to reach my target of Level 6. Working with children has always been my passion and supporting them to reach their potential.
Jess – Deputy Manager
BA in Applied Education Studies
Hi I’m Jess and I’m Owls Room Leader. I have worked in childcare for 14 years, working at a village pre school for 3 years and then the local lower school for 11 years.
I am proud to say that I’ve just completed an Education Studies Degree with Honours.
I have always wanted to work with children and have wanted to be a part of their learning journey. To see a child progress is the best job satisfaction.
Kirstie – Deputy Manager (maternity leave)
Level 3
My name is Kirstie, I have been working in childcare for the past 10 years and have loved every minute of it. Children are so inspirational and the way their minds work is fascinating. From helping them with their first steps to eventually writing their names every child is amazing and will learn in different ways. Since having my own child my passion for working with children has grown, seeing how they develop and the people they become, knowing I have helped them on their journey is why I love working with children.
Sarah – Manager Foundation
Degree in Early Years
I have over 10 years experience with working with children. I have completed a foundation degree in early years and use my knowledge and understanding to support the team. I have my own daughter who is almost 3 years and she also attends the nursey. I have a step son who is 12 years old. I am the safeguarding officer and have had lots of training to support this role. I really enjoy coming to work and seeing what each day brings. Its a pleasure seeing the children develop and grow.
Fiona – Room Leader
Level 3
My name is Fiona I am level 3 qualified in Child Care and have over 15 years experience working with children 0-5 years. I have 2 children whom have both left school. I love working at Monkey Puzzle and seeing the children everyday. I love to get involved with their play and their learning.
Nadia – Room Leader
Hi I’m Nadia and I have always had a passion for working with children.
This was even more so when I became a parent. My enthusiasm grew even stronger with the knowledge and understanding of child development which has inspired me to work towards my level 3 in early years which I have almost completed.
Linda – Nursery Nurse
Level 6
Saffron – Nursery Nurse
Level 3
Hi, my name is Saffron. I recently finished my level 3 in childcare and work as a nursery nurse in the squirrels room. I love working with children as I find it fascinating watching how they play and learn.
Charlotte – Nursery Nurse
Level 3
My name is Charlotte and I am a qualified level 3 Nursery Nurse and love my job! At Monkey Puzzle, each day brings something new and exciting from building dens in the garden to being a princess in a castle full of dragons, each day is different. I am able to be myself at work, laugh and be silly with the children. I have also made many friends since working here and have a great relationship with the management team!
Kelly – Nursery Nurse
Level 3
My name is Kelly, I’m a qualified nursery nurse and I work part time in hedgehogs room. I enjoy working with children because I love watching them grow and develop and seeing their own personalities develop. I also enjoy messy activities!
Kerry – Lunch Time Assistant
Unqualified
Hi my name is Kerry, I have two sons aged 19 and 12 years. I am the nursery Lunch Assistant for Hedgehogs. I love coming into the nursery and seeing the children’s bright, cheerful faces full of enthusiasm! Its lovely to see them grow and develop everyday.
Diane – House Keeper
Jenny – Nursery Cleaner
Kimberley – Nursery Cleaner
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