Job Description

Job Summary

Can you build a rocket from a cardboard box? Are you excited by the idea of going on a bear hunt? Can you spot the suspicious footprints of a Gruffalo from 10 feet away? If so, we would like to hear from you.

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Practitioner to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care and education for children in our nursery setting. You will be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that fosters the development of each child. Your leadership skills will be essential in managing daily activities and ensuring that all children receive the attention and support they need to thrive.

Duties

provide attentive and responsive care to children, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times plan and implement engaging educational activities that promote early childhood development, including physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills observe and assess children's progress, documenting their achievements and identifying areas for improvement communicate effectively with parents and guardians, providing updates on their child's development and addressing any concerns collaborate with other staff members to create a cohesive team environment that supports the nursery's goals maintain a clean, organised, and welcoming nursery space that encourages exploration and learning manage daily routines, including meal times, nap times, and play activities, ensuring smooth transitions between different parts of the day.

Skills

strong leadership abilities to guide and inspire both children and colleagues knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices proficiency in English to communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff a genuine passion for working with children and understanding their needs ability to drive initiatives that enhance the learning environment within the nursery excellent communication skills to foster positive relationships with families and colleagues experience working in a children's nursery
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young children and possess the necessary skills to thrive as a qualified Nursery Practitioner, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,500.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you have a Level 3 qualification in Childcare?
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Nursery Practitioner