Level 3 Qualified Nursery Nurse

Zero2Five Early Years Recruitment; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic nursery organization near Sittingbourne is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join their team. You will play a vital role in delivering high standards of care and education to children aged 0-5 years. Candidates should have over 2 years of nursery experience, a Level 3 qualification in childcare, and a strong understanding of the EYFS Framework. The position offers competitive salary, generous leave, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday scheme

Professional development and training

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Over 2 years of experience in nursery or childcare settings.
• Ability to create engaging learning opportunities.
• Professional conduct and communication with parents/carers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure nursery meets Ofsted requirements.
• Liaise closely with parents about children’s progress.
• Plan and deliver EYFS curriculum for children's growth.

Skills

Experience in nursery or childcare environments

Strong understanding of the EYFS Framework

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Caring and nurturing attitude

Education

Level 3 qualification in childcare

Job description

Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Zero2Five are proud to be partnering with a quality nursery setting near Sittingbourne who are looking for an experienced Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join their skilled team in delivering a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 0-5 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Over 2 years of experience working in nursery or childcare environments.
• Holds a Level 3 qualification in childcare.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS Framework, with the ability to create engaging learning opportunities.
• Knowledgeable in safeguarding procedures and health & safety practices.
• Displays a caring, nurturing, and positive attitude toward children.
• Professional conduct with excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• To help ensure the nursery meets Ofsted requirements at all times.
• To work with other professionals in the local area for the benefit of children and families.
• To liaise closely with parents/carers, informing them about the nursery and its curriculum, exchanging information about children's progress and encouraging parents' involvement.
• To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed, in accordance with the nursery aims and objectives.
• To work in partnership with senior management.
• To provide a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors, at all times.
• To understand and work to nursery policies and procedures, including how to deal with child protection issues appropriately and how to respond to incidents, accidents, complaints and emergencies.
• To ensure records are properly maintained, e.g. daily attendance register, accident and incident book, risk assessments.
• To plan activities which ensure each child is working towards the EYFS.
• To deliver an appropriate play based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that enables children to make individual progress. Recording and monitoring accident, incidents and risk assessments.
• To be a key person for up to 12 children.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Generous holiday scheme that increases with service (1 day added for every 3 years of service).
• 28 days leave per year.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Pension scheme.

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