Early Years Practitioner - Flexible Hours + Training

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Stanwick; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

65% Childcare discount (Pro‑rata)

Generous family leave

25 days annual leave + bank holidays (

4 dedicated training days

Enhanced pension scheme

Employee wellbeing programme

Job summary

Acorn Early Years - Stanwick Nursery is seeking a caring Early Years Practitioner to join our team. You will support children’s learning and wellbeing in a welcoming setting, with flexible hours discussed at interview. A £500 recruitment bonus is offered after 3 months’ probation.

The role involves delivering high-quality interactions, working as part of a committed team, and providing strong relationships with children and families. DBS checked and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Early Years Qualification, minimum Level 2.
• Passion for delivering high-quality care and education in a nurturing environment.
• Willingness to work flexibly to suit nursery needs.

Responsibilities

• Support a holistic approach to the EYFS curriculum
• Meet the individual care and learning needs of children
• Deliver high-quality interactions that support children’s development
• Promote positive behaviour in line with Acorn policies and procedures
• Follow and extend children’s interests through appropriate teaching methods
• Support planning in the moment and contribute to observations and assessments
• Promote children’s independence and physical development
• Monitor children’s progress and support next steps in learning
• Help create rich, stimulating learning environments indoors and outdoors
• Ensure resources and equipment are accessible, safe and well maintained
• Support first-hand learning experiences that meet the needs of all children
• Act as an effective key person, building strong relationships with children and families
• Value parents as partners and communicate professionally and positively
• Complete accurate and timely documentation, including observations, care plans, accident forms, transitions and two-year checks
• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team
• Support colleagues when needed, including less experienced practitioners
• Share relevant information with room teams and senior staff
• Reflect Acorn's ethos, values, policies and procedures in daily practice
• Safeguard all children and follow safeguarding procedures at all times
• Support the smooth running of the room in the absence of senior staff when required

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding requirements

Warm, calm approach

Strong communication

Passion for early years

Flexibility to work in team

Education

Full Early Years qualification, min Level 2

Job description

Acorn Early Years - Stanwick Nursery is seeking a caring Early Years Practitioner to join our team. You will support children’s learning and wellbeing in a welcoming setting, with flexible hours discussed at interview. A £500 recruitment bonus is offered after 3 months’ probation.

The role involves delivering high-quality interactions, working as part of a committed team, and providing strong relationships with children and families. DBS checked and right to work in the UK are required.