Level 2 & 3 Casual - Nursery Nurse

Early Learners Nursery (Parr) Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare provider in Harrogate is seeking a proactive nursery practitioner to support the EYFS. Candidates should have a level 3 diploma in Early Years or Childcare and at least 2 years of nursery experience. The role offers flexible hours between 7am and 6pm, Monday to Friday, with additional benefits including childcare discount, training opportunities, and more.

Benefits

Excellent Salary

Discount of childcare

Workplace pension (Peoples Pension)

Training operated by 'Flick Learning'

Free Paediatric First Aid

Two free uniforms

Access to PIB Benefits Portal

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Minimum Early Years qualification of a level 3 diploma, equivalent or higher.
• 2 years experience in a nursery environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver EYFS effectively.
• Create a safe and stimulating environment for children.
• Be flexible to meet the needs of the nursery.

Skills

Childcare experience

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 diploma in Early Years or Childcare

Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)

Job description

Overview

To be a proactive practitioner who supports and delivers confidently the EYFS. To provide a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment in which babies and young children are supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential. To offer full and practical support in the day to day running of the nursery. To be flexible to the needs of the business.

Flexible to work between 7am - 6pm, Monday - Friday, to be flexible to the needs of the business.

Requirements

• Minimum Early Years qualification of a level 3 diploma, equivalent or higher to apply for this position.

How to Apply

Following the correct procedure, as a childcare provider we must ensure that people looking after children are suitable to fulfil the requirements of their roles and understand their responsibilities. We have effective systems in place to ensure that all candidates applying for a position and any other person who is likely to have regular contact with children are suitable, prepared and ready to commence employment.

Benefits

• Excellent Salary
• Discount of childcare (T&Cs apply)
• Work place pension (Peoples Pension)
• Training operated by 'Flick Learning'
• Free Paediatric First Aid
• Two free uniforms
• Access to PIB Benefits Portal
• We offer opportunities for career progression

Application Details

To apply send: CV & cover letter explaining why you would like to work for Early Learners. E: [e-mail]

Interview Process

If successful you will be selected to take part in our interview process. A member of the management team will contact successful candidates to organise a date and time slot.

Interview Checklist

• Identification (passport, drivers licence, utility bill, birth certificate)
• Home Address (Other addresses you have lived at in the past 5 years)
• Contact Number(s) (siblings and partners for emergencies)
• Copies of your relevant Childcare certificates (level 3 childcare diploma, foundation degree, full degree, QT, EYP etc.)
• Copies of your GCSE certificates (Maths & English grades C and above – essential to apply)
• Any copies of safeguarding/ child protection training and level
• Two contacts and addresses for written references (one needs to be current employer)
• Be prepared

Interview Details

The interview is led by our Recruitment Officer and supported by a senior member of the team. We will ask you questions on the following areas:

• Your history and experience in childcare
• SEND
• Your training and qualification(s)
• Your Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS (primary & specific areas)
• Safeguarding and Child Protection. Procedure in dealing with “what to do if you are worried a child has been abused”
• Prevent Duty & British Values

This is an opportunity for us to ask you questions and also for you to question us. In the meantime we ask that you familiarise yourself with the company by looking on our website: www.earlylearnersnurseries.co.uk

Job Details

• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
• Pay: Up to £12.25 per hour
• Benefits: Childcare, Company events, Employee discount, Referral programme
• Schedule: Monday to Friday (Flexible days and hours)
• Education: Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
• Experience: Nursery: 2 years (preferred); Childcare: 2 years (preferred)
• Licence/Certification: Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Early Years or Childcare (required)