Company Overview
Blossoms Day Nursery is dedicated to nurturing children’s curiosity and imagination within a natural and nostalgic environment. We prioritise creating a safe, supportive, and innovative space where children can learn, explore, and develop their emotional well-being while fostering a sense of belonging.
Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and energetic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to cover maternity leave. In this vital role, you will support our early childhood education team, ensuring high-quality care and learning experiences for children. Your dedication will inspire confidence, promote developmentally appropriate activities, and uphold our values of kindness, positivity, honesty, belonging, and respect.
Duties
- Deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that stimulate children’s learning and development in line with early childhood education standards.
- Support the planning and implementation of daily routines that promote independence, social skills, and emotional resilience.
- Mentor junior staff members to foster a collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Maintain accurate records of children’s progress, attendance, and developmental milestones.
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians to share updates on their child’s progress and address any concerns promptly.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children by adhering to safeguarding policies and health & safety regulations.
- Contribute to a positive nursery culture by embodying our core values in every interaction.
Experience
- Proven experience working with children within a nursery or early childhood setting.
- Strong understanding of child development principles and early childhood education practices.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Valid childcare qualification at Level 3 or above.
- A valid driving license is preferred to facilitate outings when necessary.
Join us at Blossoms Day Nursery to make a meaningful difference in young lives! We’re committed to supporting your professional growth while providing an inspiring environment where both staff and children thrive.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment procedures, all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, at least two independent references — including one from the most recent nursery or childcare setting where the candidate worked — and additional overseas criminal record checks where applicable. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll do our best to support you.Please note the successful candidate for this position must undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Pay: From £12.78 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
