Job Description

What we can offer you

- 25,500-28,000 depending on experience - 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus opportunity to earn extra days for top performance - Free counselling & wellbeing support - Unlimited online development with 'Noodle Now' - NEST pension - Tailored development for your needs
Puddle Jumpers is looking for an experienced

Nursery Practitioners

to join our recently opened design-led nursery in a beautiful building in trendy Wapping. The nursery is conveniently located a 5 minute walk from Wapping Overground station and is easily commutable from Clapham Junction and West Croydon in the South, Islington in the North and Stratford in the East. It is also a short walk from Shadwell DLR Station.

The nursery has many bespoke features including a dedicated Art Atelier for children and staff to express themselves creatively, an inspiring Life Sciences room where children will be given the opportunity to cook using child height kitchen facilities and explore the world of science and a large garden designed to promote our passion for outdoor learning. In addition, a large staff room offers plenty of space for our team to unwind, catch up and relax.

Why Puddle Jumpers?

Our vision is to create a nurturing environment where today's happy, inquisitive and courageous Puddle Jumpers to grow up to be tomorrow's freethinking adults. Thriving, they will take on the future and make the world a better a place (whilst jumping in puddles from time to time too!).

What are we looking for?

Must be passionate about developing young minds Be bold enough to think outside the box Have a creative and fun approach to learning reflected in your activities Be enthusiastic and proactive Embrace the settings approach inspired by Reggio Emilia, Waldorf Steiner and Maria Montessori Have a huge smile and arms that are great for cuddles Possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written Love the outdoors and find wonder in exploring the world around you whilst supporting children with their curiosity to learn Have a creative edge to develop inspiring play spaces Have the ability to build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents and staff.

Core Skills & Qualification requirements:

Level 2 or 3 Childcare Diploma (ideally) Minimum 1 years experience within a Nursery (Must be within last 18 months) Must be able to demonstrate full understanding and working knowledge of the EYFS Awareness of the Ofsted inspection framework Good understanding of health and safety requirements Be responsible and punctual
Please send your CV to jobs@puddlejumpersnursery.comif you are interested in this position.

(We review benefits and salaries annually, and are committed to improving them as we grow)

Successful applicants will need to provide 'right to

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 28,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person