Nursery World - Nursery Chains: Staff

Behind the scenes of every nursery group are those staff who might not be practitioners, but who are every bit as vital to the smooth running of the setting, as Melanie Defries discovers.

Within every nursery chain there is an assortment of cooks, cleaners or gardeners working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure children have the best possible early years experiences. This article celebrates just a few of these unsung heroes who go beyond the call of duty.

- Jason Hammond, Maintenance, Puffins of Exeter Childcare Centres

Jason Hammond started working for the chain last year and is already 'part of the furniture', according to operations director Gemma Rolstone.

'Jason came to the nursery not really knowing what he'd let himself in for,' she says, 'but he has become an essential part of the team. He does everything without complaining, he'll take on jobs that aren't necessarily his and he will always help out. If staff need to cover for holidays or absences at one of our other nurseries, he'll drive them there.'

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