Early Years Practitioner

Best Start Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment bonus up to £1000

Flexible working – part-time patterns

Generous holiday entitlement – up to 7

Paid overtime and travel between nuris

DBS paid for by nursery

Uniform provided / uniform allowance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

30% staff discount on childcare

Pension scheme

Team building and social events

Nursery closed between Christmas and 1

Job summary

Best Start Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic nursery staff for a Keynsham area setting. The role is full-time (4 days per week) near Keynsham, BS31, working with children in EYFS and supporting learning and development.

Applicants should hold a Level 2 or 3 NVQ or equivalent qualification and be a team player committed to child welfare. Great staff facilities and benefits are available. Training and mentoring provided on the job.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 or 3 NVQ or equivalent qualification.
• EYFS experience or childcare setting experience preferred.
• Full-time role with flexible part-time options discussed.

Responsibilities

• Support learning through planned activities for children.
• Maintain accurate records of children’s learning and observations.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children at all times.
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and colleagues.
• Contribute to daily planning and group activities.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Team player

Children care passion

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent

Job description

Are you looking for a setting that works as a team? Having the right people in the right place at the right time, always working with fully qualified team members - If yes, this is the place for you!

Are you passionate about childcare, looking for a change and want to work in a friendly, exciting setting with fantastic indoor and outdoor facilities?

The Role

Are you based in Keynsham, Kingswood or the surrounding area, looking for a role close to home or in this area? We are looking for enthusiastic and friendly people to join a Nursery in Keynsham(BS31) on a full time basis working 4 Days per week.

Candidates will hold a minimum Level 2 or 3 NVQ or equivalent qualification

Hours

We are looking for a level 2 or 3 Practitioners to work on a FullTime (at least 4 days per week) basis. We would also love to hear from those who are seeking a part time opportunity - please get in touch!

The role has the following responsibilities:

• Good organisation and communication skills
• Support personal development in children working within the EYFS
• Contribute to the planning and activities for the children
• Maintain accurate records of learning and observations and complete required paperwork to required standards
• Support and develop your own group of key children
• Always ensure the safety and wellbeing of children
• Build relationships with parents, carers and colleagues

The Candidate

We are looking for a motivated individual who enjoys the company of and communicating with children. The ideal candidate must be a team player and enthusiastic about supporting children.

Staff Benefits

• Joining a busy and friendly staff team where your contribution is recognised with every day being different.
• Recruitment bonus – up to £1000 recruitment bonus after successful completion of probation
• Flexible working – we are happy to support a range of part time working patterns for those seeking that work/life balance
• Generous holiday entitlement that increases with length of service up to 7 weeks annual leave per year (including bank holidays)
• Paid overtime and travel should you visit the other nursery
• DBS application paid for by the nursery
• Main staff uniform provided and a uniform allowance paid twice a year
• Great Staff facilities to rest and relax during your break time
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provided by Health Assured:- For ongoing support when needed, whatever the reason, a confidential service, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
• Discounted childcare - 30% staff discount when child attends setting
• Time Off in Lieu of out of hours training. (TOIL can be banked to be used throughout the year)
• Pension scheme
• Team building and social events throughout the year
• Nursery closed between Christmas and New Year (and all bank holidays)

We hope that the above explains most of the role as advertised. Naturally on the job training and mentoring will be provided. As with many jobs they continue to evolve with time and can develop with your input. We would be happy to discuss any of the above in more detail.