Nursery Practitioner

Job Description

Nursery Practitioner

Salary: £29,300
Hours: 40 hours per week

Qualification: Level 3 in Early Years Education or equivalent

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and providing high-quality early years education?

Our client is seeking a dedicated Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join their dynamic and nurturing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a purpose-built, well-resourced setting that offers a rich and stimulating environment tailored to each child's developmental needs.

With carefully designed rooms, the nursery provides age-appropriate learning spaces that encourage curiosity and exploration. The expansive outdoor environment features a grass area, a mud kitchen and sandpit for creative and messy activities.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in creating a safe, engaging, and inspiring learning environment where children can flourish. You will work within a team of early years professionals, delivering meaningful learning experiences tailored to each child's interests and developmental stage.

What You’ll Need

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent
• Experience working in an early years setting, with a strong understanding of child development
• A passion for providing high-quality care and education, ensuring every child has the best start in life
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• A commitment to ongoing professional development, staying up to date with best practices in early years education

Why Join the Team?

• Extensive training and progression opportunities, supporting your professional growth
• Discounted childcare, helping working parents balance work and family life
• Paid DBS check, ensuring a smooth and stress-free onboarding process
• Snacks and drinks provided while on shift
• Staff recognition schemes, celebrating dedication and hard work
• Generous paid annual leave, promoting a healthy work-life balance
• A purpose-built setting with high-quality resources to enhance your practice

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early years education and care, supporting children’s development in line with the EYFS framework
• Create and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities that support learning through play
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment that promotes curiosity and independence
• Observe and assess children’s progress, ensuring their development is well-supported and recorded
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure seamless transitions between different base rooms and stages of development
• Utilise the large outdoor space to offer enriching first-hand learning experiences
• Ensure health and safety and safeguarding policies are adhered to at all times

Reference: WILL244948/AZ

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