Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Support Practitioner to join our team at Fledgelings Day Nursery in South Hornchurch. This vital role involves supporting a child's learning and development with one to one support catering for their individual needs. This is a term time position working each morning during the school term dates. The hours are Monday 9am to 11am, Tuesday to Friday 9am to 12noon.

Responsibilities

Support children's emotional wellbeing, communication skills, and social confidence. Support the delivery of high-quality early years education in accordance with the EYFS framework. Assist in creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for children. Collaborate with team members and parents to meet individual children's needs. Implement age-appropriate activities that promote physical growth and development. Uphold health and safety standards at all times.

Qualifications

Proven experience working with children in early years settings. Knowledge of child development principles and the EYFS framework is preferred. Excellent communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Compassionate, patient, and nurturing approach. Relevant childcare qualifications (e.g., Level 3 Early Years Educator or equivalent) are preferred. Experience supporting children with special educational needs or disabilities is advantageous.

Company Overview

At Fledgelings Day Nursery, we are proud to have delivered outstanding early years education and childcare for over 35 years. Our mission is to create a nurturing, safe, and stimulating space for children. We are committed to providing high-quality care, play-based learning, and fostering child development in a warm, family-centered environment.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on young children's lives and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you. Come join our family at Fledgelings Day Nursery -- where every day is an opportunity to inspire little minds.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 months

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 14 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Private medical insurance Referral programme
Work Location: In person