Nursery Practitioner

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nurturing and supportive team at a bilingual nursery in East Dulwich, where creativity and child-led learning are at the heart of our approach. We prioritize staff well-being and offer flexible shifts with opportunities for training and development. This role is perfect for those passionate about early childhood education and looking to make a positive impact in children's lives. Enjoy a calm and fun environment while fostering strong relationships with children and families. If you're kind, caring, and ready to inspire young minds, we invite you to apply!

Benefits

Flexible Shifts

Training Opportunities

Apprenticeship Options

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 2/3 qualification in Childcare.
• Experience in early years education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children in play and learning activities.
• Manage routines such as meals and sleep times.
• Plan activities across EYFS key areas.

Skills

Kindness and Caring

Child Development Knowledge

Communication Skills

Planning and Organization

Education

Level 2/3 in Childcare

Tools

Online Software for Tracking Development

Job description

We are looking for a kind, caring practitioner to join our team here at Casa Tierra Bilingual Nursery.

We look after pre-school children ranging from 10 months to 4 years old in a beautiful large house in leafy East Dulwich. We are open 8-6 Mon-Fri but offer flexible shifts within this. We are a bilingual Spanish setting with approximately half the staff being Spanish speakers, and diversity is a core value; we have several male staff members, which is unusual in early years. We are heavily influenced by The Curiosity Approach, and all staff are provided with specific training on this.

We are a home-from-home setting, taking a maximum of 24 children a day. Our Casa has a calm, fun, and playful family feel, very different from super-hectic nurseries. It is on a quiet street and surrounded by green spaces. Staff are encouraged to develop creative activities with our child-led curriculum, and unnecessary paperwork is kept to a minimum as staff well-being is a priority. We offer lots of training and apprenticeship options for staff wishing to study further. We have a long waiting list and excellent relationships with families and staff.

Requirements:

• Level 2/3 in Childcare
• We are open 8-6 Mon-Fri. Full-time staff usually work 4.5 days, but there is flexibility, and part-time applications are also considered.

Your responsibilities will include supporting children in play and learning activities, managing routines such as meals and sleep times, observing and recording children’s development, and planning to meet their individual needs, all while establishing positive relationships with parents and carers.

Your day-to-day duties will include some of the following:

• Helping to prepare and feed children meals, snacks, and drinks.
• Teaching general life skills, such as hygiene and manners.
• Assisting with safe transportation to and from outings like farms, parks, and soft play areas.
• Developing positive relationships with children, parents, other staff, and household members to ensure everyone feels happy and comfortable.
• Planning and delivering stimulating activities across all EYFS key areas, including arts and crafts, numeracy, literacy, music, and physical development.
• Tracking and recording children’s development using online software.
• Familiarity with policies and procedures such as safeguarding, data protection, and emergency evacuation, ensuring compliance.
• Understanding of Ofsted requirements and ensuring they are met.