Job Description

Description

Nursery Practitioner1000 Welcome Bonus

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

We are currently for a skilled and experienced Nursery Practitioner to be based in our

Beckenham Queens Road Nursery. The nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor areas.

You can earn up to

29,120 per annum

, depending on experience, working Full time (40 hours per week) - 4 days a week.

To be considered for the Nursery Practitioner role you must have:At least 1 years' experience in a Nursery Practitioner role or equivalent Level 2/3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) Ability to use your own initiative Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children
Little Elms amazing benefits for you -New Starter 1000 Welcome bonus!!! Excellent rates of pay. Service recognition awards - get an extra day's annual leave, for each year worked Free, hot daily lunch prepared by our Skilled Nursery Chefs each day you work Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA) Generous Childcare discount Support to gain higher qualifications Internal promotion opportunities Free Uniform



Things you need to know -This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and satisfactory employment references. The successful candidate will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer Little Elms Daycare Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The welcome bonus will be paid in two instalments. 500 will be paid in the first salary payment after joining, then another 500 upon completion of probation (6 months, unless extended). The welcome bonus will be subject to normal Tax & NI deductions.

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

Childcare

>Ensuring all areas of the EYFS and Statutory Framework are met at all times.

>Ensuring Safeguarding/Child Protection Policies and Procedures are implemented.

>Provide a safe and stimulating environment for the children, taking children's individual needs into

consideration.

>Ensuring the nursery offers an environment which reflects the cultural diversity of all children.

>Follow Observation, Planning and Assessment Framework within the Little Elms Group.

>Reflect on daily practise and identify areas for continuous improvement.

>Build and maintain effective partnerships with parents.

>To be the key person for a designated group of children (not applicable to relief or lunch cover).

Health & Safety

>Respond to, and report health and safety issues as and when they arise.

>Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness/tidiness within the nursery

>Carrying out health and safety checks in line with Company Policy.

>Follow control measures detailed within Company Risk Assessments.

General

>Responsible for duties associated with the nursery playroom(s), such as maintaining children's records and any other duties as reasonably requested.

>Adhere to all Company policies and procedures.

>To meet deadlines as set by the Company

About Little Elms Daycare

Little Elms is an established nursery that aims to provide the highest standards of care for children aged between 3 months and 5 years.

A family-run business, we believe that a fun and a caring environment is crucial to happy and healthy development.



Our nurseries offer state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious rooms indoors with fabulous outdoor areas. Our experienced and motivated team provides a stimulating yet safe environment for creative play. Little Elms takes pride in being a friendly setting in which each child's physical, emotional and developmental needs are met. Every child is special and is encouraged to achieve his or her full potential in the precious pre-school years.



Established in 2009, we have 11 nurseries across South London.