Early Years Practitioner
Salary: Competitive, dependent on qualifications and experience
Benefits:
- Up to 28 days' holiday per year, including bank holidays (pro rata and dependent on working days)
- Pension Scheme enrolment available
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive and friendly team environment
About the Role
We are looking for enthusiastic, caring, and dedicated Early Years Practitioners to join our nursery team. Successful candidates may work across our Baby Room, Toddler Room, and Preschool Room, supporting children's learning and development in a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment.
We welcome applications from qualified practitioners and will also consider non-qualified candidates with a strong nursery background in early years education and childcare.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care for children.
- Deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum effectively.
- Plan, implement, review, and evaluate activities for key children.
- Monitor, record, and assess children's progress and development.
- Upload relevant information onto the nursery's childcare progress tracking system.
- Maintain children's learning journeys and share progress with parents and carers.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with parents, carers, and other professionals.
- Work collaboratively as part of a supportive staff team.
- Ensure a safe, secure, hygienic, and stimulating environment for all children.
- Support children with individual needs, disabilities, cultural backgrounds, and medical requirements.
- Adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and nursery events.
- Support students, volunteers, and other practitioners within the setting.
- Undertake additional responsibilities where required, such as SENCO, Safeguarding Lead, or Training Coordinator duties.
Requirements Essential
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare (or equivalent).
- Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework.
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Passion for supporting children's learning and development.
Desirable
- Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- Desire to further develop professionally and gain additional qualifications or professional status.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking individuals who are:
- Caring, patient, and enthusiastic.
- Reliable and flexible.
- Committed to providing outstanding childcare.
- Passionate about supporting every child to reach their full potential.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
If you are passionate about early years education and would like to join a friendly and supportive nursery team, we would love to hear from you
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Nursery: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Childcare qualification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
