Early Years Practitioner/ Professional

Banana Moon Franchise; Croydon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Childcare discount

Uniform provided

Job summary

Banana Moon Day Nursery in Croydon is seeking a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to deliver high-quality care and education to children. You will plan, observe, and support development while promoting a safe, inclusive environment.

You will work with colleagues to uphold high standards, engage with parents, and adhere to safeguarding policies. The role offers opportunities to contribute to our learning programme and nursery procedures.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Up-to-date DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Passion for fostering children's development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement stimulating and age-appropriate activities to support children's development.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress to inform planning.
• Provide a safe, caring, and inclusive environment that promotes children's wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and education.
• Engage with parents and carers to build strong partnerships and support children's needs.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies, health and safety regulations, and nursery procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Passion for development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Banana Moon Day Nursery in Croydon

is seeking a passionate and experienced Level 3 Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Professional to join our vibrant team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality care and education to children, supporting their learning and development in a nurturing environment.

• Plan and implement stimulating and age-appropriate activities to support children's development
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress to inform planning
• Provide a safe, caring, and inclusive environment that promotes children's wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and education
• Engage with parents and carers to build strong partnerships and support children's needs
• Adhere to all safeguarding policies, health and safety regulations, and nursery procedures.y: £29,000 - £31,000 depending on experience

Requirements

• Plan and implement stimulating and age-appropriate activities to support children's development
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress to inform planning
• Provide a safe, caring, and inclusive environment that promotes children's wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and education
• Engage with parents and carers to build strong partnerships and support children's needs
• Adhere to all safeguarding policies, health and safety regulations, and nursery procedures
• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Passion for fostering children's development and learning
• Up-to-date DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Childcare discount
• A unique Early Learning and Development programme for our children
• Less paperwork is involved, meaning that you can spend more time with the children
• Use of tablets that are linked to our bespoke 'Parent App', giving instant messages to and from parents about their child's day and development
• State-of-the-art technology, including a biometric entry system, an interactive screen for our Preschool children as well as our Parent App and tablets
• Excellent rates of pay (based on experience and qualification)
• Great career prospects
• Uniform provided