Nursery Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join their nurturing team at a vibrant nursery in Edinburgh. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment focused on children's growth and development. With a commitment to providing enriching experiences, the nursery promotes self-directed play and discovery in a safe and engaging setting. Employees benefit from generous annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Employment Assistance Programme

Sovereign Healthcare Programme

Paid training

High street discounts

Star of the moment awards

Discounted childcare

Annual awards ceremony

Flexible working arrangements

Recognition for excellent work

Qualifications

• Experience in providing stimulating environments for children's development.
• Ability to support children's physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging experiences suitable for children's age and development.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of children and staff at all times.

Skills

Child Development Support

Team Collaboration

Safety and Wellbeing Management

Curriculum Implementation

Education

Level 3 / SCQF 7 Early Years Qualification

Job description

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Early Years Practitioner at Murrayfield Nursery

At Murrayfield Nursery in North Edinburgh, we are seeking an experienced and passionate Early Years Practitioner to join our busy nursery. This full-time role offers a salary of up to £28,513, depending on qualifications and experience, along with excellent benefits.

Murrayfield Nursery, part of CC Nurseries, is located in Edinburgh. Our 90-place nursery provides a home-from-home environment led by a caring team. We feature carefully selected resources, including natural options, to promote self-directed play and discovery. Our outdoor space includes a fire pit, fishpond, outdoor classroom, and a dedicated area for our youngest children to enjoy fun activities.

CC Nurseries offers enriching work environments, opportunities for further qualifications, and career progression.

Requirements

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources suitable for children's age and developmental stage.
• Support the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of children.
• Assist in implementing an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, parents, and visitors at all times.
• Work collaboratively within a team to support children and colleagues.
• Meet the requirements of the Curriculum for Excellence.
• Hold a Level 3 / SCQF 7 Early Years Qualification.

Benefits include:

• 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays and Christmas closure.
• Employment Assistance Programme.
• Sovereign Healthcare Programme (after 3 months).
• Paid training: £10 for each non-mandatory course completed via Noodle and Azilo.
• High street discounts.
• Star of the moment awards.
• Discounted childcare (minimum 60% off).
• Annual awards ceremony.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Recognition and rewards for excellent work.