Early Years Practitioner — Growth, Benefits & Forest School

University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday leave

Pension

Discounted childcare

EAP

Professional development

Benefits portal

Job summary

University of Nottingham Day Nursery on the University Park campus is seeking enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to join a nurturing, creative team. You will work with the children of staff and students, delivering safe, inclusive, child-centred learning experiences in superb indoor and outdoor spaces including Forest School.

As a Key Person, you will build strong relationships with children and families, plan engaging activities, and support development while upholding safeguarding and EYFS

Qualifications

• Holds a full and relevant Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification recognised by the Department for Education (DfE).
• Passionate about providing outstanding care and learning experiences for young children.
• Builds positive, professional relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
• Is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and can thrive.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with children and their families.
• Plan and deliver engaging play-based learning experiences that support children's individual development.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment, both indoors and outdoors.
• Observe, assess and monitor children's progress, maintaining accurate records
• Promote children's health, wellbeing and safeguarding by following all relevant policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to continuously improve the quality of education and care provided within the nursery.

Skills

Caring

Teamwork

EYFS knowledge

Observation

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

University of Nottingham Day Nursery on the University Park campus is seeking enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to join a nurturing, creative team. You will work with the children of staff and students, delivering safe, inclusive, child-centred learning experiences in superb indoor and outdoor spaces including Forest School.

As a Key Person, you will build strong relationships with children and families, plan engaging activities, and support development while upholding safeguarding and EYFS