Early Years Practitioner - 4-Day Week, Caring & Growth

Ivy House Nursery; Richmond; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare for staff

Perks website discounts

Casual dress code

Your birthday off

Job summary

Ivy House Nursery in Ham Street is seeking a warm and dedicated Full-Time Early Years Practitioner to join our close-knit team. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment where children feel valued and supported as they learn and grow.

Working four days a week from 7:30am to 6:30pm, you will plan engaging activities aligned with EYFS, observe progress and build strong relationships with families while contributing to a growing, community-focused nursery.

Qualifications

• Early Years or childcare Level 3 qualification is required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high standards of care.
• Experience with children and families is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment for all children.
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS.
• Build warm and trusting relationships with children and their families.
• Observe children's progress and help plan their next steps.
• Support children's personal care and daily routines.
• Maintain a clean, organised and welcoming nursery environment.
• Work closely with colleagues to provide consistently high-quality care.

Skills

Caring nature

Team player

Parent communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Patience

Flexible attitude

Education

Early Years Level 3 qualification

Job description

Ivy House Nursery in Ham Street is seeking a warm and dedicated Full-Time Early Years Practitioner to join our close-knit team. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment where children feel valued and supported as they learn and grow.

Working four days a week from 7:30am to 6:30pm, you will plan engaging activities aligned with EYFS, observe progress and build strong relationships with families while contributing to a growing, community-focused nursery.