Job Description

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly Early Years Team.

Job Type / Category

To hold a relevant and recognised Level 3 qualification

To have good knowledge of legislation relevant to Early Years ie: the EYFS

To hold a current paediatric First Aid certificate (preferred)

To have a good understanding of play and child development

To have the ability to plan to meet the needs of individual children

To have an awareness of Health and Safety

To have good understanding of safeguarding and child protection

To be alert and vigilant regarding risks and hazards to children

To have a good understanding of commitment to Equal Opportunities

To have a strong commitment to confidentiality

To be flexible and willing to take on others roles and responsibilities as deemed necessary

To be able to work on own initiative

Ability to maintain systems and records for effective administration and assessment.

To show a lively and energetic approach to working with children

To have the ability to empathise, support and nurture children in our care

To have the ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, colleague's and a wide range of individuals and organisations

To be constructive and open to feedback and criticism and act on it

To be warm, friendly, calm, engaging, approachable, motivated, enthusiastic and professional at all times

To lead by example

To work as part of a team

To make effective contribution to overall team performance

To take ownership of individual targets and be responsible for own career development

To hold basic food hygiene certificate (preferred)

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications

Level 3 relevant and recognised qualification essential

DBS required

experience preferred

Job Types: Permanent, Part-time

Pay: 12.50-13.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking
Work Location: In person