Nursery Practitioner

Dovetail and Slate; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational employment agency in the UK is offering exciting Nursery opportunities for those passionate about supporting learners. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 childcare qualification and experience working with children aged 0-5. Responsibilities include tidying nursery activities, preparing snacks, and supporting children's independence. Benefits include a Local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to inspire the next generation. This role emphasizes commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Benefits

Usual college benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Support and guidance

Opportunity to inspire and shape the next generation

Qualifications

• Level 2 childcare qualification AND willingness to obtain an ENHANCED DBS check.
• Level 2 in English and Maths.
• Experience of working with children across the ages of 0 - 5.
• Up to date Safeguarding training, or a willingness to obtain.
• Enhanced DBS or a willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Implement day to day routines which include tidying away nursery activities.
• Preparations of snacks and drinks for tea time.
• Support children's independence through care routines.
• Attend room and team meetings.
• Work as part of a team providing quality care and education.

Skills

Childcare experience

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Level 2 childcare qualification

Level 2 in English

Level 2 in Maths

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting learners? Dovetail and Slate are an employment business working in partnership with over 200 colleges across the UK, is offering exciting Nursery opportunities for individuals with experience supporting learners or from a care background. No formal teaching qualifications are required, just a genuine enthusiasm for supporting learners in their education journey.

Responsibilities

• Implement day to day routines which include tidying away nursery activities
• Preparations of snacks and drinks for tea time
• Support children's independence through care routines
• Attend room and team meetings
• Work as part of a team providing quality care and education to a high standard

Qualifications

• Level 2 childcare qualification AND willingness to obtain an ENHANCED DBS check.
• Level 2 in English and Maths
• Experience of working with children across the ages of 0 - 5
• Up to date Safeguarding training, or a willingness to obtain
• Enhanced DBS or a willingness to obtain.

Benefits

• Usual college benefits and job satisfaction
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Support and guidance
• Opportunity to inspire and shape the next generation

Dovetail and Slate Limited (Company No. (phone number removed is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, candidates, and partner organisations to share this commitment.

Roles may involve work with under-18s or vulnerable adults. Where applicable, offers of employment will be subject to appropriate vetting, which may include enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, barred list checks, references, right to work checks, and where relevant, PVG Scheme registration (Scotland) or Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration (Wales). All checks will be carried out in accordance with relevant safeguarding legislation and guidance, such as Keeping Children Safe in Education (England).

Dovetail and Slate Licensed as an Employment Agency. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and communities, and we are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes.

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Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited.