Job Description

Join Our Amazing Team as a Qualified Early Years Practitioner!

As a Nursery Practitioner, your role involves delivering exceptional care and education to children, ensuring they are in a nurturing and secure environment. You will play a vital role in fostering their development and well-being, while also maintaining clear and effective communication with both parents and colleagues. You will offer exceptional care and education to children, creating a fun and nurturing setting that inspires the children around you. We create a joyful and caring environment that encourages children to learn and grow. One day they might imagine being a pirate, and the next day, they could be a mermaid. Every day is a new adventure.

To work as part of a team and acting as key worker for a group of children -observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children's physical, intellectual and emotional development; To ensure planned activities are drawn from children's next steps, observations and interests as required within the EYFS framework; To support each child in developing self-esteem, confidence and feelings of competence; To provide a positive model of behaviour by treating children, families and one another with friendliness, care and courtesy; 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 be aware of hygiene standards and ensure that these are met To work collaboratively with fellow colleagues to create a positive, proactive and effective nursery team.

To be successful in your application, you will need:

A suitable Level 3 childcare qualification, recognised by the Department for Education. A good understanding of the EYFS Excellent understanding of the English language, spoken and written A good understanding of safeguarding practices Previous childcare experience in an early year setting Cleared DBS check The ability to extend children's learning, through high quality experiences and activities Ability to manage a group of key children Good communication skills with both adult and children Be committed to reflective practice and self-development

Your Day-to-Day:

Deliver exciting and meaningful learning opportunities that support the development of young children. Plan and provide engaging care, teaching, and activities that help children progress and prepare them for school. Safeguard and promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of the children in your care. Work alongside a dedicated team of colleagues, parents, and professionals to meet the individual needs of each child. Use assessments to understand and support the needs, interests, and development of every child.

What We're Looking For:

A true passion for childcare and a drive to make a difference. Qualifications such as NNEB, BTEC National Diploma, CACHE Level 3, or NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent). A commitment to your professional growth and development. Fantastic communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills. A dedication to delivering exceptional care and education to the children.

What's In It for You:

Ongoing in-house training and career progression opportunities. Stunning facilities 60% staff discount on childcare. Pension scheme auto-enrolment for your future. Competitive pay Plenty of on-the-job training to help you grow. Exciting career prospects in a nurturing environment. Private healthcare
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 12.77 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme
Work Location: In person