Nursery Practitioner

Shorefields; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for Early Years positions. This role involves creating a nurturing and engaging environment for young children, where creativity and interaction are key. With opportunities for both full-time and part-time work, you can join a team committed to making a difference in children's lives. Enjoy benefits like paid Christmas closure, training opportunities, and career progression. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to make a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid Christmas closure

Lunch during term time

Training opportunities

Career progression

Uniform provided

Pension scheme

Wellbeing services

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Must create a warm and inviting environment for children.
• Confidence in singing and engaging children in activities is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create stimulating environments and show love and care to children.
• Engage children in various activities to promote learning.

Skills

Creating inviting environments

Engaging children in activities

Stimulating environments

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC429910-22S
Position Type: Early Years
Pay Range: £24,449 to £26,334

Position Details

• Position Start Date: Immediate
• Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time
• Contract Term: Permanent
• Application Close: 16/05/2025 Midday
• Date of Interviews: Agreed upon application
• Shortlisting Starts: 16/05/2025

About The Rocking Horse Nursery

The Rocking Horse Nursery, located within the grounds of St Nicholas School, Old Harlow, offers care for children from 3 months old, 51 weeks a year. It features fully equipped rooms for each age group, a large outdoor space, access to school grounds, and petting animals.

Candidate Requirements

• Must be able to create a warm, inviting environment for children
• Must be confident in singing and engaging children in activities
• Ability to create stimulating environments and show love and care to children

Benefits

• Paid Christmas closure
• Lunch during term time
• Training opportunities (in-house and external)
• Career progression
• Uniform provided
• Pension scheme
• Wellbeing services including Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site parking

Application Details

Full-time positions are based on 40 hours/week, 52 weeks/year, with 8-hour shifts. Part-time hours and shifts are negotiable. For inquiries, contact Hannah Draper at 01279 429910 [e-mail].

Safeguarding

Saint Nicholas School is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff and volunteers to undergo checks including DBS, references, and qualification verifications. New employees must complete a Staff Self Declaration form.

About the School

Located on fifteen acres of grounds in Old Harlow, Saint Nicholas School offers a journey of discovery for pupils. More information is available at www.saintnicholasschool.net.

Application Documents

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Contact Details

Hannah Draper
Hobbs Cross Road, Old Harlow, Essex, CM17 0NJ
Telephone: [phone] ext 1
Email: [e-mail]

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