Early Years Practitioner

Nest Nursery; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Nest Nursery in Canada is seeking an experienced Early Years Practitioner to join its warm, small team. You will support children aged 0-5 with play-based learning, build strong relationships with families, and help maintain a nurturing EYFS environment. The role is part-time, 2–3 days per week, with potential for extra hours.

A Level 2 qualification or equivalent is required, and safeguarding knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• A minimum Level 2 qualification in Early Years or equivalent.
• Previous experience in an early years setting.
• Sound EYFS understanding and safeguarding knowledge.
• Caring, proactive and enthusiastic approach.
• Ability to work as part of a small, supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 0-5 through engaging, play-based learning.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Help create a stimulating, caring and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrate safeguarding awareness and EYFS principles.
• Show a caring, proactive and enthusiastic approach.
• Collaborate effectively with a small team.

Skills

Play-based learning

Relationship building

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 qualification in Early Years

Job description

Nest Nursery is looking for a warm, enthusiastic and experienced Early Years Practitioner to join its friendly team.

Nest is a small, welcoming nursery that prides itself on creating a nurturing, homely environment where children feel happy, safe and supported to thrive.

This is a part-time position working 2 to 3 days per week, with a flexible working pattern and opportunities for additional hours and overtime.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting children aged 0-5 years through engaging, play-based learning.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Helping to create a stimulating, caring and inclusive environment.
• A minimum Level 2 qualification in Early Years or equivalent.
• Previous experience working in an early years setting.
• A sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and safeguarding requirements.
• A caring, proactive and enthusiastic approach.
• The ability to work as part of a small, supportive team.