Early Years Practitioner - Northampton

Kindred Nurseries; Northampton; Presencial; GBP 14 000 - 18 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Kindred Nurseries in Northampton is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner (Nursery Nurse) for 28.5 hours per week to deliver high-quality care and education. You will support the Room Leader, plan engaging activities, and observe children's progress while maintaining a safe, home-from-home environment.

The role requires a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, solid EYFS understanding, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualificações

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification is required/essential.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and how it guides daily practice.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude and genuine passion for supporting children's learning.

Responsabilidades

• Work as part of a supportive team to provide exceptional care and education for every child.
• Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn through play.
• Support the Room Leader in delivering high standards of Early Years care and education.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities that encourage curiosity and development.
• Observe and record children's learning and achievements to support individual journeys.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers through our Satchel app, face-to-face conversations and written observations.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure Kindred's policies are followed.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create an inclusive, welcoming nursery environment.
• Promote safeguarding, health and safety, and children's wellbeing at all times.

Conhecimentos

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Formação académica

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

As an Early Years Practitioner (Nursery Nurse) working 28.5 hours per week, you'll play an important role in delivering outstanding care and education while creating a warm, home‑from‑home environment where children feel safe, happy and inspired to learn. You will:

• Work as part of a supportive team to provide exceptional care and education for every child.
• Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn through play.
• Support the Room Leader in delivering the highest standards of Early Years care and education.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities that encourage curiosity, creativity and development.
• Build positive relationships with your Key Children, observing and recording their learning and achievements.
• Support children's individual learning journeys, celebrating their progress and helping them reach their full potential.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers through our Satchel app, face‑to‑face conversations and written observations.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure Kindred's policies and procedures are consistently followed.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create an inclusive, welcoming nursery environment.
• Promote safeguarding, health and safety, and children's wellbeing at all times.

Requirements

• A full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, proactive attitude and a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within an Early Years setting.
• Current Paediatric First Aid Certificate.
• Safeguarding and Child Protection training (full training will be provided).
• Current Food Hygiene Certificate.

Join the Kindred Family - A Place to Grow, Thrive and Make a Difference

At Kindred, we're passionate about giving children the very best start in life while creating a workplace where our people feel valued, supported and inspired. Are you a passionate Early Years Practitioner (Nursery Nurse), working 28.5 hours per week looking to make a real difference? Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next opportunity, join Kindred and help create a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where every child can learn, grow and thrive. Want to know what it's really like to work at Kindred? Visit our Why Work With Us page to explore our benefits, career development opportunities and discover why so many of our colleagues choose to grow their careers with us.

At Kindred, we're more than a nursery group - we're a family.

• Supportive Culture: Built on strong relationships, teamwork and a genuine sense of belonging.
• Career Development: Access to structured training, learning opportunities and clear career progression.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy structured working hours and a supportive working environment.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Competitive salaries, regularly benchmarked, alongside a generous benefits package.
• Award-Winning Family: Join a company that values recognition, personal growth and team success.
• More than 9 out of 10 of our colleagues would recommend Kindred as a great place to work.

What Happens Next? Our recruitment process may include:

• Initial video interview.
• Face‑to‑face interview, including a stay‑and‑play session (where applicable).
• Safer recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS check and qualification verification.