Job Description

Are you a superstar with a passion for helping little minds blossom and a "can-do" attitude that sprinkles magic wherever you go? Do you love spotting details like a superhero, acing paperwork, and thinking holistically about everyone? If you're a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner (or newly qualified Level 3) who's ready to flex and adapt in a wonderfully dynamic environment, then this one is for you!

We're seeking an initiative-taker who thrives in a team, delivering outstanding childcare activities and care. You'll promote positive relationships with parents, children, and colleagues, ensure health, safety, and wellbeing, and monitor children's development, through learning, and play. Through our curriculum you will create an exciting, safe, fun, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. Experience is a bonus, but your passion for leveling up your own skills and bringing fun to every day is what truly counts!

If that sounds like you, then buckle up for some incredible perks! (more details on our website www.littleapplesdaynursery.co.uk)

Early Years Practitioner - Duties Overview

The Early Years Practitioner plays a vital role in providing safe, stimulating, and supportive environments for young children to grow, learn, and develop. Practitioners support individual children's needs and follow best practices in early education and care.

1. Safeguarding & Welfare

Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times. Follow safeguarding policies and report concerns to the DSL. Carry out risk assessments and promote a safe environment.

2. Child Development & Learning

Support the learning and development of children in line with our curriculum Use observation and assessment to inform planning and next steps. Encourage language development, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Ensure learning journals are kept up to date and all meetings done i.e. transitions, 2 year check, tracking, parents evenings etc.

3. Planning & Delivery

Contribute to planning stimulating activities for individual and group learning. Implement inclusive practice for children with additional needs. Adapt activities to suit different interests and learning styles.

4. Positive Relationships

Develop strong, respectful relationships with children and families. Communicate effectively with parents and carers. Promote positive behaviour and model respectful communication.

5. Health, Safety & Hygiene

Maintain cleanliness and hygiene routines throughout the setting. Follow health and safety procedures and infection control guidance. Support mealtimes, toileting, and personal care with dignity and care.

6. Professionalism & Development

Work collaboratively with colleagues as part of a team Attend training and supervisions to develop professionally. Maintain confidentiality and uphold policies and procedure
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,000.00-27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Applicants must hold a current and relevant Level 3 Early Years/Childcare Qualification, Please confirm. Must be willing to provide at least 2 most recent employment references prior to the interview. Please confirm. Must be willing to undergo an advanced DBS screening. Please confirm.
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 28/07/2025
Reference ID: L32025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025