Baby Room Specialist - Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Witty Kiddies Nurseries; Croydon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Witty Kiddies Nurseries seeks a caring, enthusiastic Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our Baby Room. You will support babies’ routines and early learning with a nurturing approach, reporting progress to carers and collaborating with the Nursery Manager and team.

The role emphasises safeguarding, high standards of care, and creating a safe, stimulating environment where every baby can thrive.

Qualifications

• A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, suitable for working in an early years setting.
• Genuine passion for working with babies and supporting their early development.
• Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and health and safety practices.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Caring, patient and reliable approach to childcare. Likely able to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard physical, emotional and developmental care for babies.
• Create a warm, safe and welcoming environment where babies feel secure and valued.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities aligned with EYFS.
• Follow individual feeding, sleeping and care routines.
• Carry out nappy changes, feeding and personal care with high hygiene.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress in learning journeys.

Skills

Caring

Passion for babies

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years/Childcare

Paediatric First Aid training (Desirable)

Job description

Witty Kiddies Nurseries seeks a caring, enthusiastic Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our Baby Room. You will support babies’ routines and early learning with a nurturing approach, reporting progress to carers and collaborating with the Nursery Manager and team.

The role emphasises safeguarding, high standards of care, and creating a safe, stimulating environment where every baby can thrive.