Job Description

We are a day nursery situated in Streatham, South West, London providing childcare for 61 children aged between 0 and 5 years in a homely and friendly environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and qualified childcare practitioner to work with a qualified team and provide a caring and educational environment for the children.

Experience of working in a similar role is essential. Candidate must have the ability to prepare and deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and work with parents to promote the all-round development of the children in our care.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in the early years setting. Plan and implement engaging activities that promote early childhood education and development. Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to support children's learning and well-being. Monitor and record children's progress, ensuring their individual needs are met. Collaborate with team members to maintain a high standard of care and education in the nursery. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the daycare setting.

Candidates must have:

A childcare qualification of level 3 or above

A minimum of 2 years experience working with children in a day care setting or similar

A good understanding of EYFS.

A knowledge and understanding of child development.

A good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.

Awareness and understanding of equal opportunities.

Benefits include:

Competitive salary

Overtime pay

Holiday pay

25% off childcare fees

Continuous professional development which includes 3 group training days per year

Employer contribution into your pension

Employee recognition and award scheme

Hours: 40 hours per week. Candidates should be able to work 8 hours per day (excluding lunch break) between the hours of 8am - 6pm. Please note that this is not a term time role only and candidates should be able to work all year round.

Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Disclosure and provide two references.

This is a brief overview, we welcome the opportunity to tell you more about our early years setting and the role you could play within our organisation. We look forward to meeting you soon.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21-13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount
Education:

Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person