Job Description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

We are currently offering a fantastic opportunity for a motivated, passionate and experienced Early Years Practitioners and Educators to join our team. We are looking for Practitioners and Educators who can demonstrate their creativity and compassion in their approach to delivering early education and care for children.

We are looking for a hardworking, flexible and friendly Nursery Practitioner who can help us achieve a unique and wonderful learning experience for our children and families. A practitioner who has the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. A practitioner who is proactive member of a staff team who provide a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment in which babies and young children are supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential, and to offer full and practical support in the day to day running of the nursery.

We are looking for candidates have previous experience of working in a nursery. A fun, child centred approach to play and learning is essential, as they will be responsible for supporting the planning and delivery of exciting and enriching play and learning opportunities.

Successful applicants must have a minimum of NVQ Level 3 Qualification in childcare, be a practitioner who is Passionate and motivated to make a difference, good team player and has excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding and child protection and an inspirational approach to children's development. Familiarity with SEND will be beneficial.

Main responsibilities of a Nursery Nurse include, but are not limited to:

To providing the highest standards of quality care and education and develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning;

To support the Nursery Manager and work as part of a team, acting as key worker for a group of children observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of nursery systems;

To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of enriching play and learning opportunities that promotes children's physical, intellectual and emotional development;

Working in partnership with and supporting the nursery manager and Deputy to ensure the daily running and administration of the nursery;

To share in the responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children at the nursery at all times;

To maintain high hygiene standards and ensure that these are met in accordance with nursery policies;

To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current issues, legislation and practices through attending regular training and workshops that promote personal and professional development;

To ensure planned activities are drawn from children's next steps, observations and interests as required within the EYFS framework;

To ensure that a polite, courteous and helpful attitude is demonstrated at all times to the children, parents and other staff members. To encourage an atmosphere of co-operation and respect;

Attending regular meetings with the manager, deputies, and room leaders and participating in staff meetings;

The Nursery is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All positions are subject to verification of the right to employment in the United Kingdom, satisfactory references, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and evidence of qualifications.

If you feel you have the required skills and experience to join Sunshine Day-Nursery as a Nursery Nurse, then please click the apply now button to find out more.

Job Types: Fixed term contract, Part-time
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 13.00-14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 - 30 per week

Education:

A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:

Nursery: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person