Nursery Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Nursery chain nestled in the stunning Essex Woodlands, just a mile from Brentwood. This vibrant and nurturing environment seeks a passionate Nursery Practitioner to deliver high-quality education and care to children. Enjoy a 4-day working week with a commitment to staff well-being, including free uniforms, staff lunches, and ample holiday time. With a focus on professional development, this role offers a clear career path and opportunities for funded training, making it an ideal position for those dedicated to outstanding childcare.

Benefits

Free uniform and staff lunch

Pension contribution

Staff well-being packages

Awards nights and social events

Childcare support

28 days holiday plus birthday off

Funded training

Clear career path and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare is essential.
• At least 6 months experience in childcare is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be a Key Worker for a small group of children.
• Plan and deliver activities for children.
• Build strong relationships with parents.

Skills

Teamwork

Childcare Knowledge

Safeguarding

Initiative

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare Qualification

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Job description

This setting is an award-winning Nursery chain located in 98 acres of beautiful Essex Woodlands, just 1 mile from Brentwood town centre. They are seeking a Nursery Practitioner to join their fun nursery in CM13! The position requires a Level 2 or 3 qualification to work in the baby room. They offer a 4-day working week, from 8 am to 6 pm, totaling 38 hours per week.

Your role will include being a key worker for a small group of children, providing high-quality education and ensuring the welfare and safety of children within the setting.

Responsibilities:

1. Be responsible as a Key Worker for a number of children.
2. Gain a clear understanding of policies and procedures.
3. Plan with other room staff and deliver a range of activities for the children.
4. Attend advertising events on a rota basis.
5. Uphold and ensure a high standard of care throughout the nursery.
6. Implement and maintain the company's Equality policy, ensuring all children, parents, and staff are valued and practices are positive and non-discriminatory.
7. Ensure your key children settle in and complete progress checks.
8. Complete all sharing information forms for your key children.
9. Monitor safeguarding issues following local authority procedures.
10. Notify the Room Leader of any complaints or situations that may be detrimental, agree on actions, and implement accordingly.
11. Build strong relationships with parents, including attending parents' evenings.
12. Complete any responsibilities assigned for SENCO, ENCO, and H&S Officer roles.

Requirements:

1. Level 2/3 childcare qualification or higher.
2. At least 6 months of experience in childcare, as training is provided.
3. Commitment and passion to deliver outstanding childcare.
4. Ability to work within a team and independently using your initiative.
5. Broad knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding.

Benefits:

1. Beautiful outdoor locations.
2. Free uniform and staff lunch.
3. Competitive salaries.
4. Pension contribution.
5. Staff well-being packages.
6. Awards nights and social events.
7. Childcare support.
8. 28 days holiday plus your birthday off!
9. Funded training.
10. Clear career path and development opportunities.