Nursery Practitioner

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; Chard; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner dedicated to enhancing the lives of children. In this rewarding role, you will be responsible for a small group of children, providing high-quality care and engaging learning experiences. Your responsibilities will include planning activities, supporting developmental milestones, and fostering strong relationships with families. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare and have prior experience in an early years setting. Join a supportive team that values diversity and offers ongoing training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Staff Rewards Scheme

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Staff wellbeing hub

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting is essential.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework.
• Support children’s emotional, social, and cognitive development through play.

Skills

Early Years Childcare

Communication Skills

Emotional Development Support

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare

Job description

Brookside Academy Nursery are currently recruiting a Nursery Practitioner, who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of our children.

The Role

As part of our team, you ll be responsible for a small group of key children who you will observe, assess and plan for. You ll provide high-quality care, learning experiences and support our child-centred approach, working closely with families, and ensuring that our setting remains a safe, fun and enriching. Key responsibilities include:

• To plan and deliver age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework
• Supporting children s emotional, social, and cognitive development through play
• Keeping clear records of children s progress and learning journeys
• Promoting positive behaviour and self-esteem
• Working closely with parents/carers to build strong home-nursery relationships
• Maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards at all times

What we re looking for

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare and Education (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working in an early years setting
• A good standard of literacy, numeracy, and written communication

What we offer you:

• A friendly, supportive working environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Staff Rewards Scheme including high street, online and supermarkets discounts.
• Staff wellbeing hub including online fitness sessions and 24/7 counselling
• Free car parking

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Tuesday 6th May 2025.

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.