Nursery Practitioner

Blackburne House; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackburne House Group is seeking a Level 3 full-time Nursery Practitioner for our 52-place city centre nursery. You will deliver high-quality care across physical, emotional, social and intellectual development for children aged 0–5, within a committed, multicultural setting.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 or a BTEC, Maths and English at grade C or above, and experience with young children. A professional, flexible and enthusiastic approach is essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or BTEC in childcare or equivalent.
• Maths and English at grade C or above.
• Experience with children aged 0–5 years.
• Understanding of confidentiality and equal opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children aged 0–5 years.
• Work as part of a professional childcare team in a multi-cultural setting.

Skills

Confidentiality

Equal opportunities

Team player

Diversity awareness

Professional approach

Flexibility

Motivational skills

Calm demeanor

Caring and relaxed attitude

Education

NVQ Level 3

BTEC

Job description

We require a Level 3 full time Nursery Practitioner for our 52 place city centre nursery. You will help us to provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children attending the setting. If you are interested in joining our committed and caring staff team and would enjoy contributing to the provision of a stimulating environment for children in a multi cultural setting then we would like to hear from you.

Qualifications:NVQ Level 3 BTEC NNEBOther acceptable qualifications as stated by the Childcare Workforce Development Council (www.cwdcouncil.org.uk)Maths and English at grade C or aboveExperience:Experience of working with children aged 0 – 5 years.Skills and Abilities: A clear understanding of the importance of confidentiality.Have an understanding of Equal Opportunities.Ability to work as part of a professional childcare team.To be able to recognise, understand and meet the needs of individual children and families.Encourage children to respect others.Have a professional approach.To be flexible with working hours.To be enthusiastic, motivated and able to motivate colleagues and children.The ability to behave consistently in a caring and relaxed manner with the children.To have an understanding of diversity and promote the ethos of our multi cultural/ multi racial setting.Desirable Experience:First AidHealth & SafetySafeguarding