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Probation Feedback

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Congratulations on passing your probation and thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback!

The purpose of this is to help us to shape this process and improve it where necessary in order to ensure that you, your current and your future colleagues have a positive and effective induction and probation experience. Please give us your honest feedback as without it we are unable to create change. Any data extracted will be anonymised.

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Your Details

Name*

The Recruitment Process

Please answer the questions below about your experience with our recruitment process, from initial application to interview and receiving your offer.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the recruitment process?

It was easy to find and apply for my position*
My application was responded to in a timely manner*
The recruitment process was explained and clear to me*
I found my interview to be a positive experience*

The On-boarding Process

Now please consider the time between you being offered and starting with us.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the on-boarding process?

My on-boarding was picked up by Head Office in a timely manner following my verbal acceptance*
The on-boarding process was clear and easy to follow*
Overall, I was happy with the on-boarding process.*

The Induction Process

We'd now like you to think about your initial induction, this will include your first day and up until around the end of your first month in the role.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the Induction process?

I felt welcomed by the whole team on my first day*
My role and responsibilities were made clear to me*
Any questions or concerns were answered promptly and effectively*
My manager was very supportive and approachable*
I was provided with the Information and resources required to do my job*

The Probation Process

This section is about your entire (6 month) probationary period.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the Probation process?

I attended a probation review meeting at least once a month*
What I had to do at each stage of my probation was made clear to me*
The objectives set within my probation reviews were achievable*
I was provided with the time and resources to achieve my objectives*
I had the opportunity and felt comfortable to raise concerns and/or personally add to this process*
I agreed with everything raised and recorded during my probation reviews*
I felt supported throughout this entire process*

Probation Extension

Was your probation extended?*

Please continue on to the next section.

Thinking about the extension of your probation, to what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the Probation process?

There were clear reasons given for the extension of my probationary period*
I agreed with the reasons for the extension*
I was still supported to achieve the necessary requirements to pass*
The extension period was reasonable*

Your Role

To what extent do you agree or disagree that your role at Hungry Caterpillars turned out to be what you had expected?*

Thank you!

Your feedback is highly appreciated. Congratulations once again on passing your probation!

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You may be entitled to claim 570 hours funded childcare per year from the government for your 2-year-old. We spread this funding throughout 51 weeks of the year to provide consistency for your child and your family, receiving 11.18 hours per week.

You will have access to this funding the term after your child turns 2.

Procedures to apply for 2-year-old funding differ across Local Authorities. You should speak to your Health Visitor, Nursery Manager or look online at your Local Authority website.

You may be able to receive an additional 570 hours per year on top of the funded entitlement if your child is 3 to 4 years old and you are working parents. This means that with the additional funding, eligible children will receive up to 1,140 hours funded childcare per year. We spread this funding throughout 51 weeks of the year to provide consistency for your child and your family, receiving 22.35 hours per week.

All funded childcare starts the term after your child’s 3rd birthday.

To check eligibility for 30 hours funded childcare, you will need to visit: www.childcarechoices.gov.uk. 

You may be able to receive 570 hours per year if your child is 9 months to 3 years old and you are a working parent/carer. We spread this funding throughout 51 weeks of the year to provide consistency for your child and your family, receiving 11.18 hours per week.

All funded childcare can be claimed from the term after your child turns 9 months or 2 years old.

To check eligibility for 15 hours funded childcare, you will need to visit: www.childcarechoices.gov.uk. 

 

All 3 to 4-year-olds in England are eligible for 570 funded hours per year up until the term that they start Reception or reach compulsory school age (the term following their 5th birthday). There are no earning or work requirements. We spread this funding throughout 51 weeks of the year to provide consistency for your child and your family, receiving 11.18 hours per week.

You will have access to this funding the term after your child turns 3 (see table)

Your child is automatically entitled to 15 hours funded childcare the term after their third birthday; you do not have to do anything to receive this funding as your chosen childcare provider will do it for you. If you have any questions or queries, your Nursery Manager will be able to help.

 

Hungry Caterpillar Locations

Buckinghamshire

Chalfont St Peter Nursery

High Wycombe Nursery

West London

Academy Gardens Nursery

Acton Park Nursery

Hanwell Nursery

Hathaway Nursery

Northolt Nursery

Perivale Nursery

West Twyford Nursery

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Current Vacancies

          All Vacancies are Full Time (40 hours per week) unless otherwise stated

            Vacancies marked with an asterisk (*) also come with up to £500 New Starter bonus* (T&C’s apply) 

          Current Vacancies

          All Vacancies are Full Time (40 hours per week) unless otherwise stated

            Vacancies marked with an asterisk (*) also come with up to £500 New Starter bonus* (T&C’s apply) 

         

Academy Gardens, UB5

– Early Years Practitioner*

-Nursery Room Leader*

 

Chalfont, SL9

– Chef

– Early Years Practitioner*

– Nursery Room Leader*

 

Acton Park, W3

– Early Years Practitioner*

 

High Wycombe, HP11

– Early Years Apprentice

– Early Years Practitioner*

 

Hanwell, W7

– Early Years Practitioner*

 

Northolt, UB5

– Early Years Practitioner*

 

Stanburn, HA7

– Early Years Apprentice

 

West Twyford

– Early Years Practitioner*

 

All Sites

– Nursery Bank Worker

 

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Hungry Caterpillars

Benefits

Caterpillar Benefits

At the heart of Hungry Caterpillars is our incredible team who we value and offer:

  • Competitive salary package with performance related reviews
  • 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Your birthday off work, fully paid, to relax! (T&C’s apply)
  • Annual attendance reward with additional days holiday for great attendance
  • Staff pension with a company contribution going into your pot
  • Up to 50% off of childcare fees from day one (T&C’s apply)
  • Free staff Uniform
  • Bupa Health Care package
  • ‘The Caterpillar Academy’ – Five, fully paid, company training days each year
  • ‘Future & Developing Leader Program’ – year long training course for future leaders
  • Online training portal with over 100 courses for your development
  • Fantastic opportunities for career progression with internal promotions supported
  • ‘Superstar Awards Day’ held annually to celebrate individual and team achievements
  • More time with the children – online tracking system & planning in the moment
  • Refer a friend bonus of £500 (T&C’s apply)

Love Learning

Love Learning

Our role is to inspire children to love learning now and in the future.  That is a big responsibility but one we embrace.

We do this through our beautiful environments, fantastic outdoor areas, forest school program, planning in the moment and a passion to inspire curiosity, wonder and awe in each and every child.

Passionate Educators

Passionate Educators

At Hungry Caterpillars we recruit based on positive attitude and passion for early years. We couldn’t do what we do without our fantastic team.

Each educator shares their enthusiasm, laughter, smiles and fun with the children, creating a happy environment for learning and preparation for the future.

Our educators are all unique individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, which we celebrate as it adds to the rich tapestry of learning we are able to offer.

Family First

Family First

As parents first Tim and Olivia, the founders and owners, understand how vital choosing the right nursery is, for you and your child.

Hungry Caterpillars exists in response to their own family’s childcare needs, 20 years ago, and continues to be a family run nursery group with family values at its core.

Our aim is to care and educate children as though they were our own, always asking would we want it for our own children.

Success stories

Success Stories

At Hungry Caterpillars, we believe in developing our future leaders from within, working with you to achieve your career ambitions.

Thanks to our fantastic training and development opportunities, we have many Caterpillar Success Stories!

Caterpillar apprenticeships

Caterpillar Apprenticeships

Our Caterpillar Apprenticeships are a fabulous opportunity to ‘earn whilst you learn’, gaining your Level 3 Diploma and experience working alongside our qualified team in a busy bustling nursery environment.

During your training, you get a personal tutor, designated study time and access to our training portal with over 100 courses, 5 fully paid annual training days and the support of your mentor. 

We also offer a free NUS Apprentice Card with discounts at 100s of shops and restaurants!

Training & development

Training & Development

At Hungry Caterpillars, we believe in giving our team every opportunity to develop their skills and progress in their career.

  • We will support you to achieve your Early Years Level 2, 3 Qualification & beyond
  • Caterpillar Academy – five fully paid annual training days
  • Future & Developing Leadership Programme – for all staff who want to develop their leadership skills & progress in their career.
  • Online training – anytime access to over 100 courses
  • Forest School Training, Professional conferences, external training & much more!