Nursery Practitioner

CLARUS EDUCATION; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job description

Nursery Practitioner
Kensington & Chelsea
May start date
Up to £28,000
Full time / Permanent

Job overview
If you are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their lives, we would love to hear from you. We provide a warm, welcoming environment for children aged 6 months through to 11 years old. Children and staff know each other well, creating a genuine family feel that provides a nurturing environment within which our children can learn and develop. We provide the vital foundations for a child’s educational journey, supporting their early years development whilst engendering a love of learning through an academic curriculum that is specifically tailored for each child. This prepares our children for an effortless transition into pre-prep education and beyond.

Job Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team in delivering the provision of a full-year, broad-based, rich, and academically excellent curriculum for our 6-month to 4-year-old children as they prepare for transition to an academic prep school. You will join the Nursery team, playing your part in the delivery of high-quality, academically focused early years education whilst providing a safe, nurturing environment within which our children can grow.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

1. Minimum Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification (or other full and relevant Early Years qualification)
2. Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting.
3. Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children.
4. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
5. Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
6. Knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation governing childcare (e.g., Safeguarding)

Duties:

1. Provide high-quality care and education to children aged 6 months – 4 years.
2. Plan and implement EYFS-appropriate activities, ensuring they are stimulating and engaging.
3. Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow.

Cameron Vale and The Chelsea Nursery are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will be expected to follow our Safer Recruitment processes, which include completion of an application form, undergoing an interview process, and the Company obtaining suitable references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits:

1. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
2. Salary: Dependent on experience, from £28,000
3. 6.6 weeks paid leave
4. Company pension
5. Sick pay
6. Work clothing allowance
7. Refer a friend bonus scheme
8. Weekly staff breakfast
9. Staff social events
10. Cycle to work scheme
11. Employee discount on fees

Schedule: 40 hour week, flexible working patterns within Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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