Nursery Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Early Years Educator to join a nurturing nursery team in Leeds. In this rewarding role, you will provide high-quality childcare and support children’s development through a stimulating curriculum. You will work closely with children, parents, and professionals to ensure a positive learning environment. This position offers flexible shifts, ongoing training opportunities, and a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion. If you are passionate about early years education and want to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Benefit Scheme

Nest Pension Scheme

Minimum 20 Days Annual Leave

Ongoing Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years required.
• Experience in a nursery or early years setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality childcare and a stimulating curriculum.
• Support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Build positive relationships with parents and professionals.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Record Keeping

Safeguarding Commitment

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years

Job description

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We are seeking a dedicated Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner to join a friendly nursery team in Leeds. In this role, you will:

• Provide high-quality childcare and a stimulating curriculum to support children’s emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development.
  
• Assist with planning and delivering a broad, balanced curriculum in line with national and local standards (EYFS).
  
• Support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including developing and implementing Individual Education Plans.
  
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers, and professionals, offering advice and attending meetings as needed.
  
• Prepare reports to support children’s transition to school and participate in educational visits, ensuring health and safety at all times.
  
• Maintain accurate records of children’s progress and act as a key person for a group of children.
  
• Supervise and support students on placement, providing feedback and guidance.
  
• Promote and uphold nursery policies, including safeguarding, equal opportunities, health and safety, and confidentiality.
  

Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (e.g., NNEB, CACHE Diploma, BTEC, NVQ 3, or equivalent).
  
• Experience working in a nursery or early years setting is desirable.
  
• Strong understanding of child development and the EYFS framework.
  
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  
• Ability to keep accurate records and write reports.
  
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and promoting positive behaviour.
  
• Physically able to lift and handle children and equipment.
  
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
  
• 37.5 hours per week, flexible shifts between 7.45am–6.00pm, Monday to Friday.
  
• Minimum 20 days annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  

Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner to join a friendly nursery team in Leeds. In this role, you will:

• Provide high-quality childcare and a stimulating curriculum to support children’s emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development.
  
• Assist with planning and delivering a broad, balanced curriculum in line with national and local standards (EYFS).
  
• Support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including developing and implementing Individual Education Plans.
  
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers, and professionals, offering advice and attending meetings as needed.
  
• Prepare reports to support children’s transition to school and participate in educational visits, ensuring health and safety at all times.
  
• Maintain accurate records of children’s progress and act as a key person for a group of children.
  
• Supervise and support students on placement, providing feedback and guidance.
  
• Promote and uphold nursery policies, including safeguarding, equal opportunities, health and safety, and confidentiality.
  

Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (e.g., NNEB, CACHE Diploma, BTEC, NVQ 3, or equivalent).
  
• Experience working in a nursery or early years setting is desirable.
  
• Strong understanding of child development and the EYFS framework.
  
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  
• Ability to keep accurate records and write reports.
  
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and promoting positive behaviour.
  
• Physically able to lift and handle children and equipment.
  
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
  

Benefits

• Salary: £24,277 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
  
• 37.5 hours per week, flexible shifts between 7.45am–6.00pm, Monday to Friday.
  
• Minimum 20 days annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
  
• Health benefit scheme.
  
• Nest pension scheme.
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  

Requirements
Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (e.g., NNEB, CACHE Diploma, BTEC, NVQ 3, or equivalent). Experience working in a nursery or early years setting is desirable. Strong understanding of child development and the EYFS framework. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Ability to keep accurate records and write reports. Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and promoting positive behaviour. Physically able to lift and handle children and equipment. Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.