Early Years Practitioner

University of Plymouth; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshlings Nursery is seeking a dedicated early years practitioner to support a safe, healthy and inclusive environment for children aged 0-5. You will engage in play-based learning, observe and plan for individual development, and collaborate with families and colleagues to deliver high-quality care.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, confidentiality, and working as part of a supportive team within University Commercial Services Plymouth Ltd (UCSPL).

Qualifications

• Paediatric First Aid certification required.
• Teamwork and collaborative working within a nursery setting.
• Experience or ability to work with children aged 0–5 in a nursery environment.
• Ability to observe, assess and plan for individual children within EYFS.
• Experience handling confidential information and safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess and plan for children to meet their individual needs, supporting their learning and development in the seven areas of the EYFS/current curriculum.
• To be a play partner to children, engaging in sustained shared thinking.
• Undertakes the role of Key Person, producing Learning Journeys for individuals in partnership with parents, children, carers, and colleagues.

Skills

Paediatric First Aid

Teamwork

Nursery environment care (0-5 years)

Observation and planning (EYFS)

Handling sensitive information

Education

Relevant Childcare Qualification

Job description

Under the direction of the Management Team and Team Leaders; you will provide routine activities to assist in the delivery of a customer focused cost effective and efficient support service.

Central to roles within Freshlings Nursery is, providing a safe, healthy, caring, inclusive and stimulating environment, where children are respected and supported as individuals and encouraged to learn through play and exploration.

Adopting a child-centred approach means that we keep each individual child in focus when making decisions about their lives and working in partnership with them and their families. We have a shared ethos which recognises that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and that this duty extends beyond the setting, to the child’s home life and elsewhere.

You will:

• Observe, assess and plan for children to meet their individual needs, supporting their learning and development in the seven areas of the EYFS/current curriculum requirements, with a balance of child initiated and adult led activities.
• To be a play partner to children, engaging in sustained shared thinking.
• Undertakes the role of Key Person, producing Learning Journeys for individuals in partnership with parents, children, carers, and colleagues.

This position is covered by the Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2018 Regulations

Freshlings Nursery is committed to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of children. All positions are subject to individuals securing enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.

We’re currently unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker visa route. However, we welcome applicants who already have the right to work in the UK, including those on visa routes we can accept (e.g. Graduate visas).

What we’re looking for:

• Relevant Childcare Qualification
• Paediatric First Aid
• Working within a team (essential)
• Working in a nursery environment caring for children 0-5 years of age
• Child Observations, assessments and planning cycle
• Working in an environment with sensitive or confidential information

For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.

About us

Freshlings Nursery is currently an Ofsted Outstanding provider with high expectations to delivery quality care and education.

Our Offer

We have a wide range of staff benefits available to employees, depending on eligibility: The appointed candidate would be employed by University Commercial Services Plymouth Ltd (UCSPL) and would therefore be subject to their terms and conditions of employment. UCSPL is a wholly owned subsidiary company of The University of Plymouth. UCSPL is committed to delivering a superior service in a sustainable way, whilst enriching the experience of our students, staff and wider community at the University of Plymouth through our Early Years Education and Care, Retail Catering, Hospitality and Events. University Commercial Services Plymouth Ltd's (UCSPL) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of University of Plymouth. UCSPL’s vision is to enrich the experience of the students, staff and wider community. We aim to create a financially sustainable and professional service which currently includes Early Years Education and Retail Catering, Hospitality and Events.

Additional Information

The University of Plymouth is building an inclusive and equitable university where everyone feels represented, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is guided by the Inclusive Institutions Framework, a strategic and externally validated approach that embeds these principles across the entire institution.