At Corinthian Daycare, we believe that the first five years of a child’s life are the most formative. Our mission is to ensure that our setting provides the highest standard of Early Years education, delivered through curiosity and play. Our nursery is a caring, inclusive and enriching environment.
Our curriculum is designed to ignite a lifelong love of learning. Whether they are discovering nature in our garden or developing early literacy in our cosy reading corners, our children are supported by a highly qualified team committed to excellence.
We are looking for someone who:
● Holds a Level 3 childcare qualification.
● Has solid knowledge of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, and early identification of SEND.
● Has at least one year experience of working with babies.
● Communicates effectively with children, families and colleagues.
● Is enthusiastic, fun, reflective and committed to fostering high-quality early years provision.
● Is passionate about childcare and promoting children's development age 0-5.
● Has a sound knowledge of how to safeguard children and can follow the procedures set out in our child protection policies and code of conduct.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Early Years Practitioner Level 2 or 3 (Maternity Cover). May lead to permanent employment.
35 hours per week shifts between 8am-6pm 52 weeks per year (closed 1 week a year at Christmas) annual leave 26 days plus bank holidays- Christmas shut down is taken from annual leave entitlement. Annual leave increases to 31 days after 5 years’ service.
GRADE:
NJCJE Grade 2 SCP 3- 5
PAY RANGE:
£24,796 to £25,583
LOCATION:
Corinthian Daycare 38 Scotia Road L13 6QJ
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To ensure that children are safe, healthy and have opportunities for learning and development, within an inclusive nursery setting, in accordance with EYFS.
DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO:
Nursery Manager
DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE
FOR:
Children
THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO DISCLOSURE
Enhanced
MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
1
To have a good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage Welfare requirements and practice guidance.
2
To ensure high standards are met, operating within the Education Inspection Framework and the Early Years inspection toolkit.
3
To work as part of a team, contributing to providing a caring and stimulating environment that is appropriate for individual children that enables them to reach their full potential.
4
Record and monitor children’s progress in line with EYFS guidelines, in the role of Key Person.
5
Have a thorough understanding of your safeguarding responsibilities and follow the practice and procedures set out in our safeguarding policies and code of conduct.
6
Respect children’s life experiences and celebrate diversity in terms of language, culture, ability, race and religion.
7
To have good verbal and communication skills to support completion of children’s records, work with parents and other professionals.
8
To participate in Supervision and staff development as required by the management team. Undertake training as appropriate to meet any professional development targets or areas to be developed in the setting.
9
To ensure a safe play environment, checking activities and resources are safe through risk assessments both indoors and outdoors. Be proactive and responsible for reporting any concerns relating to health and safety.
10
To promote Equal Opportunities through the setting, adhering to the Equal Opportunities Policy of Corinthian School and Daycare at all times.
11
To comply with all record keeping systems and nursery’s policies and procedures, respecting the confidentiality of information received.
12
To attend and contribute to regular staff meetings and training sessions to be held evenings and weekends.
13
To carry out, as necessary, any other duty deemed to commensurate with the grade and status of the post and skills and experience of the post holder.
It must be understood that every employee has a responsibility to ensure that their work complies with all statutory requirements with Standing Orders and Financial Regulations of the City Council and to ensure that all work functions are undertaken in accordance with health and safety legislation, codes of practice and the City Council’s safety plan.
This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive. It is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility.
Closing Date:
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date: 01/09/2026
How to apply: send completed application forms to [email protected]
Please note, CVs will not be accepted and should not be part of your supporting information. Thank you.
Corinthian Primary School and Daycare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment to keeping children safe. Any offer of employment will be subject to statutory pre-employment checks including satisfactory references, enhanced DBS and barred list checks. The post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose any relevant criminal history prior to interview.
Pay: £24,786.00-£25,583.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
