Early Years- Nursery Practitioner

Sunshine Day Nursery; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare service provider in Sheffield is seeking a full-time Level 3-qualified Nursery Practitioner for a fixed-term position. The role involves caring for children, organizing learning activities, and maintaining communication with parents about their child's progress. Ideal candidates will hold a Level 3 qualification and have knowledge of EYFS standards. Benefits include flexible hours and access to NHS rewards.

Benefits

Access to NHS rewards and benefits

Flexible hours

Discounts with local and national shops

Discounted travel and childcare

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification required.
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day childcare for children at the nursery.
• Prepare and organise learning activities and resources.
• Maintain communication with parents about their child’s progress.

Skills

Childcare skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a full time Level 3-qualified Nursery Practitioner for a Fixed Term period of 12 months to join our Sunshine Day Nursery teams at Sheffield’s Northern General Hospital.

Offering year-round childcare to NHS and hospital staff, each site cares for up to 144 children and features dedicated baby, toddler, and pre-school units, alongside extended opening hours (6.30am to 7pm) and a school holiday club at the Northern General.

We pride ourselves on giving children the best start in life, and our staff are committed to providing a fun, social, stimulating, and safe environment for children to develop and thrive.

As well as day-to-day childcaring, you’ll be responsible for preparing and organising a wide range of learning activities and resources for the children, and maintaining good communication and relationships with parents.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day childcare for children at the nursery.
• Prepare and organise a wide range of learning activities and resources.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents about their child’s progress and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification.
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) standards.

Benefits

• Access to NHS rewards and benefits: pay progression, great annual leave, and NHS pension.
• Flexible hours.
• Discounts with local and national shops and retailers.
• Discounted travel and childcare with us, and more.