Experienced Level 3 Early Years Nursery Practitioner

ZR Wonderland Nursery ltd.; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery provider in Barnsley seeks an experienced Early Years Nursery Practitioner. The role involves planning engaging activities based on the EYFS and providing nurturing care to children. Candidates should have a Level 3 childcare qualification and strong communication skills. This position offers flexible working hours, a supportive team environment, and various benefits including discounted childcare and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Staff bonus after 2 years

Discounted Childcare

Paid lunch breaks

Paid staff uniform

Pension scheme contributions

Sick Pay

Maternity/Paternity Pay

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Qualified to work with children.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Experience in a nursery setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise activities based on EYFS.
• Provide care and support to children.
• Observe and document children's progress.
• Build relationships with children and families.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Health and safety awareness

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Overview

We're Hiring: Experienced Early Years Nursery Practitioner!

Pay £12.21 per hour

Join our long-standing team of super-star early years practitioners today! We are currently recruiting for full-time, part-time and bank staff positions.

About Us

Recently rated "good" by Ofsted, our well-established nursery and long-standing loyal team provide excellent care and education to the local community. We are looking for more vibrant practitioners to join our team today!

Responsibilities

• Sparking imaginations: You’ll be the architect of awesome activities, inspired by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, that ignite curiosity and foster a love for learning. You’ll be planning and supervising activities like arts and crafts, music and imaginative play.
• Nurturing little hearts: Providing top-notch care and support to our children is at the core of what is done, ensuring they feel safe, secure, and ready to conquer the world!
• Super-sleuth observations: Having eyes in the back of the head (figuratively speaking, of course!) to observe, assess, and document children's progress, celebrating every tiny triumph along the way.
• Building bridges of brilliance: Forging strong bonds with children, their families, and your incredible colleagues will be a key part of the day, making our nursery a true family affair.
• Making magic happen: Contributing to the overall smooth running of the nursery, ensuring a fun, stimulating, and safe environment where every child feels like a superhero.

Requirements

• A Level 3 childcare qualification: Being qualified to work your magic with the little ones.
• An understanding of the EYFS framework: Knowing the secret sauce to making learning fun and effective.
• Communication skills so bright they sparkle: The ability to chat with toddlers and grown-ups with equal ease.
• Team player extraordinaire: Thriving in a collaborative environment where every day is a group effort.
• A sound recognition of health and safety requirements to ensure our setting keeps everyone safe.

Bonus points if you have

• Ongoing professional development (always learning new tricks!)
• A Paediatric First Aid certificate (our little heroes need protecting!)
• Experience implementing the EYFS framework (being a master builder of learning foundations)
• Experience working with special needs children and/or SENCo training.
• A positive attitude that could brighten even the rainiest of days!

What’s in it for you

• Flexible working patterns - we are currently recruiting for full-time, part-time and bank staff positions.
• A staff bonus after 2 years of working with Wonderland Nursery and every year thereafter.
• Discounted Childcare - Join our team and your little one can receive 25% off paid childcare with a place in our setting.
• Paid lunch breaks.
• Staff Uniform paid for by us.
• Auto-enrolment of a pension scheme, which we contribute to. You have the option to opt-out.
• Sick Pay
• Maternity/Paternity Pay.
• Funding and opportunities for career progression and professional development to help reach for the stars.
• A supportive and friendly team environment where laughter is a daily occurrence.
• The chance to make a real difference and create lasting memories for children and families alike.

Application

Ready to unleash your inner child and join our fantastic team?

Send your CV and a cover letter that showcases your personality and passion to [e-mail]

Wonderland Nursery is dedicated to keeping our little treasures safe. Successful applicants will be subject to reference checks and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before commencing employment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Benefits

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person