Early Years Practitioner — Flexible Hours, Playful Impact

YMCA Fairthorne Group; Newport; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

100% childcare discount at our nursery

Up to 30 days holiday

Health Cash Plan

Discounts at YMCA Fairthorne Manor

Cycle to Work scheme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

YMCA Fairthorne Group Newport Nursery is recruiting warm, patient and curious Early Years Practitioners to support play-based learning and development. The role offers flexible casual hours with part-time and job-share options and a welcoming environment near Newport.

Applicants should hold Level 2 or Level 3 EY qualifications or be working towards one, with a passion for helping children learn, grow and feel secure in a nurturing setting. NHS staff discounts apply.

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioners
• Experience in Early Years settings is desirable
• Willingness to work towards safeguarding and EYFS requirements

Responsibilities

• Build warm and secure relationships with children
• Create engaging opportunities to learn through play
• Support children's communication, language and social development
• Observe children’s development and use findings to plan next steps
• Maintain a safe, welcoming nursery environment and safeguarding practices

Skills

Caring

Patient

Curious

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

YMCA Fairthorne Group Newport Nursery is recruiting warm, patient and curious Early Years Practitioners to support play-based learning and development. The role offers flexible casual hours with part-time and job-share options and a welcoming environment near Newport.

Applicants should hold Level 2 or Level 3 EY qualifications or be working towards one, with a passion for helping children learn, grow and feel secure in a nurturing setting. NHS staff discounts apply.