Nursery Practitioner

Willingcare; Norwood; On-site; GBP 31,800 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Ongoing training and professional development

Extra day off for birthday

Generous annual leave

Enhanced parental leave

Pension scheme

Comprehensive benefits and rewards portal

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Willingcare in Norwood is seeking a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a Good Ofsted-rated nursery. The role involves delivering high-quality care and education while fostering children's curiosity and development.

With a competitive salary of £31,800 per annum and benefits like discounted childcare and ongoing training, this position offers excellent opportunities for career progression. Candidates should have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in early years settings.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework.
• Plan and support engaging activities based on children's interests.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Understanding of the EYFS framework

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Child-centred approach

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Job Description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

£31,800 per annum | 40 Hours Per Week

We have a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a well-established Good Ofsted-rated nursery that places children's curiosity, creativity, and individual development at the centre of everything it does.

The nursery offers bright, spacious playrooms filled with natural light, creating engaging environments where children feel inspired to learn, explore, and grow. Learning experiences are carefully planned around each child's interests, helping to foster confidence, independence, and a genuine love of learning.

Outdoor learning plays a key role in daily life, with children benefiting from a large garden complete with sandpits, vegetable patches, mud kitchens, and plenty of exciting spaces to discover.

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A nurturing and child-centred approach to childcare

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary of £31,800 per annum
• Discounted childcare to support working families
• Access to ongoing training and professional development to help you grow your career
• An extra day off to celebrate your birthday
• Competitive annual leave allowance, giving you valuable time to rest and recharge
• Enhanced parental leave to support you during life's important moments
• Generous pension scheme to help you plan for the future
• Access to a comprehensive benefits and rewards portal with a range of discounts and wellbeing perks
• Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing and ambitious organisation

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework
• Plan and support engaging activities based on children's interests and developmental needs
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
• Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing
• Observe, assess, and monitor children's progress
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Make full use of the nursery's outdoor learning environments to enhance children's experiences
• Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery standards at all times

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL240247/ST

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