Portico Nursery Group, Portico Westend is looking for a full time qualified level 3 or above practitioner to work in our 40 place setting in Ormskirk, Lancashire. Wages will be dependant on experience and qualification. We are looking for a dynamic practitioner who is keen on CPD and will fill the setting with new ideas.
For more information, please see our website www.porticonurserygroup.co.uk
Please contact Leisha on 01695571757 or email with a covering letter and CV.
About Portico Day Nurseries Ltd
We are an award winning company, voted in the Top 5 NMT
Business Index Award, and also collecting Outstanding
Contribution, Top 3 and Highly Commended Titles in other prestigious Early Years Awards in 2016. You will not only have the support from your Nursery Manager, but also the very hands on Directors and Area Manager.
Portico Nursery Group is committed to safeguarding of all children and staff in its care. All posts are subject to pre- employment checks, references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Safer recruitment process is used at all stages of interview.
We welcome applicants from suitably skilled candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, sexuality, religion or age.
What we offer:
o Uniform provided
o Refreshments in your private staff room
o Staff kitchen
o Full paediatric first aid training
o Full safeguarding support and regular supervision
o Full support with SEND from our company SENDCO
o Pension contributions
o Career progression opportunities and paid study time for degree students
o CPD opportunities via our in house training and external conferences and workshops.
o NDNA membership
o Staff recognition - company awards evening celebration, staff member of the term, 100% attendance bonus
We close on the 23rd December(or nearest working day ) and re open the first working day after New Year. Ensuring you have precious family time at Christmas.
Closed all Bank Holidays and weekends !
Recruitment process
o Application pack completed
o Interview with Nursery manager and Deputy Manager
o Second interview - practical allowing you to get a feel of the nursery and us to see you with the children.
o References and DBS applied for by successful candidate.
JOB DESCRIPTION: NURSERY PRACTITIONER
The Nursery Nurse will be working as a Key Worker for the daily needs of children between the ages of 0 and 5 years within the Nursery setting.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To be aware of, and follow nursery policies and procedures at all times.
2. Using the EYFS, formulate and operate a programme of activities suitable to the age range of children attending the Nursery, in conjunction with the senior in your room using the early years foundation stage curriculum.
3. Using the EYFS, complete learning journeys for your key group and complete reviews and assessments for parents, in conjunction with the senior.
4. Work alongside parents of special needs children to achieve full integration within the Nursery.
5. To be aware of whom the Safeguarding Children officer is within the setting and have an
understanding of the procedures to follow regarding the safeguarding children in our care.
6. Foresee the needs of special needs children and give physical, emotional, intellectual guidance as appropriate.
7. Support all staff and engage in a good staff team.
8. Liaise with and support parents and other family members.
9. Liaise with the Local Authority and other professionals associated with the Day Nursery.
10.Attend monthly staff meetings outside working hours. You will receive your hours back.
11.Undertake certain domestic jobs within the Nursery, e.g. preparation of snack meals, cleansing of equipment. Cleaning of toilet and kitchen area each evening on a rota basis with colleagues.
12.Participate in the training programmes of a wide variety of students (i.e. Placements and volunteers), by giving guidance and support.
13.Work alongside the Manager and staff team to ensure that the philosophy behind the project is fulfilled.
Qualifications
- Experience with children and nursery settings
- Early childhood education background
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to provide childcare and support
- Paediatric First Aid Certification preferred but not essential
- Proficiency in English
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £25,396.80 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ormskirk L39 1PA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- What is the highest level childcare qualification you hold?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
