Early Years Practitioner Level 2 - Weir Link Nursery

London Early Years Foundation; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A family of nurseries in London is looking for an Early Years Practitioner to support children's development in a warm and creative environment. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 or above childcare qualification and be passionate about providing children with the best start in life. This position offers extensive training, a generous pension, discounted childcare fees, and numerous benefits, all within a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Generous pension plan

70% discount on childcare fees

Up to 35 days off per year

Wellbeing app access

Annual conference and team celebration funding

Qualifications

• Ability to safeguard and protect children.
• Warm and keen to give children the best education.
• Creative in teaching methods to suit children's learning.

Responsibilities

• Support children's development and learning.
• Implement LEYF's unique teaching model.
• Engage in activities that promote learning.

Skills

Child safeguarding

Positive and adaptable demeanor

Friendly attitude

Education

Level 2 or above childcare qualification

Job description

Early Years Practitioner - Full Time - Balham, SW12 - £27,897 per year + amazing benefits

We put people before profit: work for a family of nurseries with heart

\"LEYF has helped my career through on‑going training and support.\" - Caroline, Early Years Practitioner

We're the London Early Years Foundation, or LEYF Nurseries for short; a family of 40 nurseries. Our people love working for us because we focus on the child and their family and give them the best start in life.

LEYF is known for quality teachers – we give you strong in‑house training and access to promotion. Our nurseries feel independent and community focused, and teams take care of each other. You join a family of nurseries with a great support network.

What's in it for you?

• Lots of training, promotions and a good salary for the sector


• Generous pension at 7% from us (1% from you)


• 70% discount on childcare fees


• Up to 35 days off a year, including 8 bank holidays, 3 days off between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday (pro‑rated for part‑time hours)


• Sector‑leading parental leave


• Many other benefits that take care of you, including access to a wellbeing app, shopping discounts, annual conference and money for team celebrations.

A bit about the role

\"We are friends, we are like family. We support one another.\" - Elizabeth, Early Years Practitioner

We know you work in Early Years because you love helping children develop and learn. You are warm and keen to give children the best education to succeed in life.

Every nursery shares LEYF's unique teaching model. But you will have the freedom to be creative to suit how the children learn best. Whether you hop on a train to the Science Museum, take a bus to make friends at a nearby LEYF nursery, or bake with your nursery chef, it's always about the children in our nurseries.

You will need:

• Level 2 or above childcare qualification


• The right to work in the UK


• An ability to safeguard and protect children


• To be positive, adaptable and friendly

About the nursery

\"My nursery is like a family.\" ‒ O’Shana, Room Manager

Weir Link Nursery and Pre‑School is based in The Weir Link community centre, not far from Clapham South tube. Its bright, open plan setting with separate areas for different age groups and a large.

Apply now

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