Childcare Practitioner 0-2s Level 3

The Sunflower Childrens Centre Ltd; Tameside; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Tameside is seeking a passionate Childcare Practitioner to join their team. This role involves supporting the room leader, planning activities based on children's needs, and building relationships with families. Applicants must hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and be committed to a 40-hour workweek. The company values diversity and follows stringent safeguarding procedures.

Qualifications

• Must commit to 40 hours per week, 5 x 8 hour days or 4 x 10 hour days.
• Excellent understanding of early years foundation stage (EYFS).
• Ability to plan activities linked to children's individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the room leader in providing quality childcare.
• Build strong relationships with parents and children.
• Plan, implement and evaluate a suitable curriculum.
• Lead in the absence of the room leader.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork and initiative

Understanding of EYFS

Planning and observing

Education

NVQ/ BTEC Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent

Job description

We are currently seeking people who are passionate about childcare to join our team of staff as a Childcare Practitioner at our Hyde setting. Our staff are essential to the smooth running of our nurseries and are valued members of the team; you will build relationships with children and parents and be involved fully in nursery life.

Our staff are one of our biggest asset at Sunflower and we are keen to improve, develop and grow our amazing team. We are currently recruiting for a variety of roles across the Sunflower group, as it takes a lot of people with different skills and experiences to provide high quality childcare.

About the role

The Childcare Practitioner is responsible for the day-to-day running of their room and supporting the room leader and management team in leading the setting to ensure that high quality childcare is provided to all. This role profile is not exhaustive and the Senior Practitioner is expected to fulfil any duty as required for the effective running of the setting.

Your day-to-day tasks would include:

• Working as part of a team and using your initiative and imagination to generate new ideas
• Using your excellent communication skills to build strong relationships with parents, children and welcome visitors to the Nursery, Looking after children of all ages
• Planning, implementing and evaluating a curriculum appropriate to age and individual needs of the children ensuring the room layout supports these aims
• Having lots of fun!
• To assist the room leader in delivering high quality care and education.
• To lead practice in the room leaders absence

You will need:

• A NVQ/ BTEC Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent
• To commit to 40 hours per week 5 x 8 hour days or 4 x 10 hour days
• A excellent understanding of the EYFS and to be able to use this to plan activities for the children
• Awareness of planning, observing and record keeping for young children and the ability to link these to the individual child’s needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We take safeguarding seriously and follow safe recruitment procedures. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Please note, the closing date for applications is 24/11/2025

For more information about the post please contact the centre on 0161 882 9959.

Safeguarding Recruitment Statement: Our company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which include an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.