Nursery practitioner and Room Leader

Hedgehog Recruitment Services Limited; Reigate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Hedgehog Recruitment Services Limited as an Early Years Nursery Practitioner in Reigate! You will foster a vibrant and inclusive setting for children while supporting their learning and development. Competitive salaries, regular training opportunities, and fun events contribute to a fulfilling career in childcare.

Benefits

Funded training opportunities

Annual pay reviews

Referral scheme

Regular team events

Support from management

Qualifications

• Experience with children under five.
• Good working knowledge of the EYFS.

Responsibilities

• Support staff and management in learning.
• Create a supportive environment for children.
• Make observations on child development.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Knowledge of EYFS

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Early Years Nursery Practitioner and Room Leader.

Due to a recent expansion we are currently looking for two new Early Years Nursery practitioners to join our award winning children's day nursery and preschool in Reigate!

Candidates will ideally hold either a Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification however we can also consider candidates who have some experience working with children and are looking to complete their qualification (fully funded courses available). Salary will be based on level of qualification and experience.

We are a fun, vibrant setting and invest heavily in our facilities and our staff, offering competitive salaries, funded further qualifications, annual pay reviews to make sure your salary stays competitive and a range of benefits ensuring that you receive the training and support needed to thrive in your career.

Main responsibilities of the Early Years Nursery Practitioner:

• Supporting the staff and management in providing the highest level of support and learning
• Creating a supportive and inclusive environment for the children
• Observations and write ups on children's development
• Making the most of the beautiful surroundings by using our fully equipped garden and taking the children on day trips to local parks, farms and more

The Room leader role would be heading up our dedicated pre school room with children from 3 to rising 4 years - getting them 'school ready!'

The ideal candidate will;

• Be passionate about childcare and helping children to achieve, play and be safe
• Have previous experience of working with children under the age of five
• Be qualified to Level 2/3 or equivalent in childcare!
• Have a good working knowledge of the EYFS- Early Years Foundation Stages.

Benefits & Remuneration:

• Regular team events
• Regular support from the management team
• Funded in house and external training opportunities including Levels 3/ 4+ in childcare, leadership and management courses, SEN and much more.
• Annual pay reviews
• Referral scheme
• company events + more

Salary is negotiable, reflecting experience and qualifications and hours.

If you are interested in being considered for a position, please apply via this advert and someone will be in touch. We very much look forward to receiving your application and inviting you to the nursery soon :)