Nursery Practitioner

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Ashford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

GSL Education in Ashford, Kent is seeking an enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to provide high-quality care and support for young children in a welcoming nursery setting. The role starts on a part-time basis with an immediate start and offers ongoing opportunities for continued placements across Kent.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 2 or Level 3 EYFS/Childcare qualification, have nursery experience, and understand safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Essential Level 2 or Level 3 EYFS/Childcare qualification.
• Experience in nursery or early years setting.
• Understanding safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, nurturing care to children throughout the nursery day.
• Support learning through age-appropriate activities and play.
• Create a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.
• Encourage communication, social interaction, independence and confidence.
• Support daily routines including mealtimes, personal care and rest periods.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety policies at all times.
• Work with the wider early years team to deliver high standards.

Skills

Nurturing care

Teamwork

Safeguarding knowledge

Child communication

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 EYFS/Childcare

Job description

Location: Ashford, Kent
Salary Scale: £93.33 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Part-time, initially (with potential for ongoing work)

Are you a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner who is passionate about giving young children the best possible start in life?

Do you hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years and enjoy creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn and thrive?

GSL Education Kent are currently recruiting a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming nursery setting in Ashford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Nursery Practitioner who is looking to make a positive difference in children's early development and contribute to a supportive early years team.

The nursery is looking for someone who can provide high-quality care, encourage curiosity and creativity, and support children as they develop essential social, emotional and communication skills. The successful Nursery Practitioner will initially work on a part-time basis, with an immediate start available.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will be expected to:

Provide attentive, nurturing care to children throughout the nursery day.

Support children's learning and development through age-appropriate activities and play-based experiences.

Help create a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.

Encourage children's communication, social interaction, independence and confidence.

Support daily routines, including mealtimes, personal care and rest periods.

Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies at all times.

Work collaboratively with the wider early years team to deliver high standards of care.

To be considered for this Nursery Practitioner role, candidates must:

Hold a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years / EYFS or Childcare – this is essential.

Have previous experience working with young children in a nursery, preschool or early years setting.

Have a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection within early years.

Be able to work effectively as part of a team and use their own initiative.

Be available to start immediately and commit to the initial part-time arrangement.

GSL Education offers:

Competitive daily rates of pay.

Access to local nursery and education opportunities across Kent.

Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.

Dedicated support from experienced education consultants.

Opportunities for ongoing and long-term placements.

Professional development and training opportunities.

A straightforward registration and onboarding process.

Safeguarding

GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo the appropriate checks, including an enhanced DBS check, references and other relevant safeguarding and compliance checks.