Early Years Practitioner

Tinies; Romford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Romford is looking for passionate individuals with a Level 3 qualification in childcare. Join a friendly team dedicated to providing outstanding early years education and care. Benefit from flexible working contracts, generous leave, and access to professional development opportunities.

Benefits

70% discount on childcare fees

Generous pension scheme at 7%

Up to 35 days off a year

Access to the Headspace app

Shopping discounts

Sector-leading parental leave

Annual conference

Team celebration funds

Lots of training and promotions

Flexible working contracts

Qualifications

• Committed and passionate about delivering outstanding childcare.
• Broad knowledge of EYFS.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of a key group of children.
• Deliver rich learning opportunities and provide exceptional care.
• Plan and implement effective care, teaching, and learning activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Childcare Knowledge

Safeguarding Policies

Education

Level 3 qualification in childcare

Job description

Job Description

Rated Good by Ofsted, this nursery provides Early Years education and childcare to children from birth to 5 years old. Located in Romford, close to Chadwell Heath station, our nursery is bright and spacious, with separate rooms and gardens for different age groups. Our experienced staff believe that variety is key to learning, and every day is different! Children enjoy activities such as dialogic reading, woodwork, cooking, yoga, wildlife spotting at the local farm, and climbing trees at Hainault Park. Families participate in tea parties and world cuisine tasting days. We also support families with a food bank for those in need.

What we can offer you (benefits):

• Lots of training, promotions, and a competitive salary for the sector
• Flexible working contracts - full-time, part-time (3 days, AM or PM shifts)
• Generous pension scheme at 7% from us (1% from you)
• 70% discount on childcare fees
• Up to 35 days off a year, including bank holidays, days between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday (pro-rated for part-time hours)
• Sector-leading parental leave
• Additional benefits such as access to the Headspace app, shopping discounts, annual conference, and team celebration funds

What we need from you:

• Level 3 qualification in childcare or higher
• Commitment and passion for delivering outstanding childcare
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Broad knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding policies

Your duties will include:

• Taking charge of a key group of children
• Delivering rich learning opportunities and providing exceptional care to support children's development
• Planning and implementing effective care, teaching, and learning activities
• Safeguarding and promoting the health, safety, and welfare of children
• Collaborating with colleagues, parents, carers, and other professionals to meet individual children's needs
• Using assessments effectively to reflect the needs, interests, and developmental stages of each child