Nursery Practitioner / 559 days ago

Inspire Montessori; London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in London is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to join their friendly team. This full-time role involves caring for children, monitoring their development, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 in Childcare and have experience in a nursery setting, with opportunities for professional development available.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Pension scheme

In-house training opportunities

Team-building activities

Incremental holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 in Childcare or Montessori Diploma required.
• Experience leading a room in a nursery setting with children under 5.
• Knowledge of current EYFS essential.

Responsibilities

• Leading and collaborating within a team to ensure smooth nursery operations.
• Caring for children, ensuring their personal and hygiene needs are met.
• Monitoring children’s development through observation, assessment, and planning.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Childcare

Education

Level 3 in Childcare

Montessori Diploma

Tools

Blossom Educational

Job description

Beacon Community Centre, Scott Crescent, London, Middlesex HA20TY, United Kingdom

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Wembley Park Montessori is recruiting for an experienced Baby Unit Manager to join their busy, yet warm and friendly nursery of 36 places.

This is a full-time role, working 40 hours per week across shifts between 8am-6pm, with at least one half-day off per week.

Salary: £24,960 - £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

We offer:

• Competitive salary with annual review
• 28 days holiday per year, including 5 days at Christmas, bank holidays, and additional days to be taken at your discretion
• Incremental holiday entitlement increasing with service
• Pension scheme
• Two paid staff training days annually
• Non-contact time during nursery hours for observations and updating children’s frameworks
• In-house training and opportunities for further qualifications
• Team-building activities
• Time owed in lieu

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Leading and collaborating within a team to ensure smooth nursery operations
• Caring for children, ensuring their personal and hygiene needs are met
• Monitoring children’s development through observation, assessment, and planning
• Ensuring compliance with legislation, EYFS, and Ofsted requirements
• Familiarity with nursery policies and procedures
• Engaging with parents and building positive relationships
• Using the nursery app 'Blossom Educational' (training provided)
• Deputising for managers as needed

Candidate requirements:

• Minimum Level 3 in Childcare or Montessori Diploma
• Experience leading a room in a nursery setting with children under 5
• Experience in a Montessori environment is preferred but not essential
• Knowledge of the current EYFS
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive role model and team player
• Current and clear DBS certificate

Applicants are informed that this position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Additional Information

• 1451 views, 0 applicants
• Posted on 7 November 2023
• Location: London, United Kingdom
• Experience required: Minimum 1 year
• Qualification: Level 3 in Childcare
• Salary offered: £24,000
• Company: Rayners Lane Montessori LTD
• Contact: [e-mail]
• Address: Beacon Community Centre, Scott Crescent, London, Middlesex HA20TY, UK