Nursery Practitioner
Reports to: Manager/Deputy Manager
Job overview
What is the purpose of the job?
To provide the highest level of care and education for children attending the nursery.
You will ideally hold a level 3 qualification in Childcare, Education and Learning, however, we will also consider candidates who hold their level 2 qualification and have demonstrable experience working in a busy nursery.
What do you have to achieve?
- The individual needs of children are identified and met.
- Company policies, procedures and practices are adhered to at all times.
- Positive working relationships with, staff, parents and carers.
Benefits of working for Joyful Tots Nursery
- Highly Competitive Salary
- 32 days holiday
- Discounted childcare for staff
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Employee Assistance Programme for Staff Mental Health Wellbeing and Support
- Regular Socials for all Nursery team
- Regular bonuses on achievement
- Free Enhanced DBS Checks
- Well-Established Career Path and Training Opportunities
- Pension scheme
- Recommend a friend scheme
- Employee loyalty scheme
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a positive practice role model to ensure that the Company values are maintained.
- Ensure that equality of access and opportunity is afforded to all staff, parents and children.
- Supervise and support children at all times.
- Contribute to maintaining an attractive and welcoming environment.
- Prepare and supervise activities.
- Read, understand and implement all Company policies, procedures and operational practices.
- Ensure that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
- Ensure that any changes to policies, procedures and operational practices are adhered to within the required timescale.
- Notify the line manager of any concerns or issues regarding Company policies, procedures and operational practices.
- Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents visitors and work colleagues.
- Ensure confidentiality, where appropriate, is maintained.
- Attend regular staff meetings, planning meetings and undertake training as required.
- Work as part of a team to ensure that the company’s values are maintained.
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and you are required to carry out otherduties in line with your role. This job description may be reviewed in the future.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £27,000.00-£29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Early years NVQ level 3 or above (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
