Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for working with young children. This role involves creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that fosters learning and development for children in their formative years. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing educational activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of children, and collaborating with parents to support each child's growth.

Duties:

Supporting Children's Learning and Development

Plan, deliver, and evaluate play-based learning experiences. Support children's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development. Encourage curiosity, creativity, independence, and resilience. Observe children to identify needs, interests, and progress. Help children develop early literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.

Providing Care

Ensure children's health, safety, and wellbeing at all times. Support with personal care (e.g., toileting, hygiene, feeding if required). Provide nurturing, consistent routines that help children feel secure.

Creating a Positive Environment

Set up safe, stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environments. Promote inclusive practice, valuing diversity and supporting all children. Encourage positive behaviour, relationships, and social skills.

Working with Others

Work as part of a team with colleagues, teachers, and other professionals. Build strong partnerships with parents/carers, sharing updates on children's progress. Support transitions (e.g., from nursery to primary school).

Professional Responsibilities

Keep records of observations, assessments, and planning. Follow national guidance and local authority policies. Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) and training.

Recognised Qualifications

(one of the below is essential)

SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF Level 7 HNC Childhood Practice (SCQF Level 7) NC Early Education & Childcare (SCQF Level 6)

Availability:

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate flexibility regarding working hours, including bank and public holidays, as the service operates year-round. Our operating hours are 07:30 to 18:00, with shifts allocated to cover mornings, afternoons, or mid-day periods as necessary. Rotas are provided one week in advance.

Better Recruitment Through Safer Recruitment:

All candidates will be hired in line with the Better Recruitment Through Safer standards.

Candidates require a SSSC registration and PVG.

Applications

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This is a very exciting time to be part of a growing business & new nursery setting. If you think you are the ideal candidate for this role, we would be delighted to see your CV and cover letter.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 10.00-12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 12 - 30 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Transport links
Work Location: In person