Early Years Practitioner

Banana Moon Day Nurseries; Reading; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nurturing and dynamic nursery environment as an Early Years Practitioner, where your passion for child development will shine. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide high-quality care and education to children aged 0-5 years, fostering their growth in a supportive atmosphere. You will collaborate with experienced practitioners, engage in ongoing professional development, and enjoy flexible working hours that promote work-life balance. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact in early years education and are eager to grow within a committed team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Free Uniform

Excellent Rates of Pay

Great Holiday Entitlement

Further On-the-Job Training

Career Progression Opportunities

State of the Art Technology

Less Paperwork

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or equivalent is essential.
• Experience working with young children in a nursery or childcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities tailored to children's needs and interests.
• Promote physical, emotional, and cognitive development in children.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Passion for Child Development

Education

Qualification in Early Childhood Education

Enhanced DBS Check

Job description

Banana Moon Day Nurseries is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our team. As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a key role in providing high-quality care and education to children aged 0-5 years old in our nursery. At Banana Moon, we believe in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, and develop to their full potential. Our team of practitioners are committed to providing a safe and welcoming atmosphere where children feel supported and encouraged in their early years journey.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and implementing activities that support children's individual needs and interests
• Promoting their physical, emotional, and cognitive development
• Providing personal care and ensuring the health and safety of each child

We value ongoing professional development and provide training opportunities to support your growth and career progression. You will have the chance to work collaboratively with a team of experienced practitioners who are passionate about early years education. Our nursery operates from Monday to Friday, with flexible working hours to support work-life balance. The salary for this position is competitive and will be based on your qualifications and experience.

To be considered for the Early Years Practitioner role, you should have:

• A relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or equivalent
• A valid Enhanced DBS check or be willing to undergo one
• Experience in working with young children in a nursery or childcare setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to use your own initiative when required
• A proactive and positive attitude towards learning and professional development

We offer a range of benefits including:

• A unique Early Learning and Development program for our children
• Less paperwork is involved, meaning that you can spend more time with the children
• Use of tablets that are linked to our bespoke 'Parent App', giving instant messages to and from parents about their child's day and development
• State of the art technology, including a biometric entry system and an interactive screen for our Pre-School children
• Excellent rates of pay (based on experience and qualification)
• Great holiday entitlement
• Further on-the-job training
• Great career prospects
• You will be provided with a free uniform if offered the job

If you feel that you are looking for a challenge or simply want to further your experience with the possibility of promotion and working your way up in a company, this is where you should apply!