Childcare Practitioner

Shining Starts; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team as a Childcare Practitioner where you will support children's development through attentive care and engaging activities. This role offers the chance to build meaningful relationships with children and their families while contributing to their growth. With comprehensive training in safeguarding and first aid, you will be well-equipped to make a difference in the lives of children. The organization fosters a supportive and inclusive environment, encouraging professional development and career advancement. If you are dedicated to enhancing children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Support for further training and career advancement

Comprehensive training programmes in safeguarding and first aid

A supportive and friendly work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Relevant childcare qualification is essential.
• Strong understanding of child development and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive care during personal care routines, naps, and mealtimes.
• Plan and implement engaging activities tailored to individual children's needs.

Skills

Child Development Understanding

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Patience and Caring Nature

Education

Level 2 or 3 in Childcare

Job description

Childcare Practitioner

Salary: GBP12.21 per hour

Location: Hatfield Peverel - Fixed Location

Join our passionate and dedicated team at Shining Stars as a Childcare Practitioner, where you'll play a vital role in supporting the development of children. In this rewarding position, you will assist with personal care, naps, and mealtimes while building strong relationships with your key children, their parents, and fellow professionals. Your expertise will contribute significantly to planning and implementing engaging activities that support each child s next steps in their development. We provide comprehensive training in safeguarding and first aid, and we encourage all our staff to enhance their childcare qualifications.

Ideal Candidate:

• Holds a relevant childcare qualification (e.g. Level 2 or 3 in Childcare)
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of child development and best practices
• Is passionate about making a difference in children's lives
• Exhibits excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Is patient, caring, and proactive in meeting children s needs
• Willingness to undertake ongoing professional development

Benefits on Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate of GBP12.21
• Support for further training and career advancement
• Comprehensive training programmes in safeguarding and first aid
• A supportive and friendly work environment
• Opportunities for professional development

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive care during personal care routines, naps, and mealtimes
• Build meaningful relationships with children and their families
• Plan and implement engaging activities tailored to individual children s needs
• Observe and assess children s development and progress
• Collaborate with colleagues and external professionals to support children s learning

At Shining Stars, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.