Nursery practitioner and Senior Leader

Hedgehog Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious children’s nursery in the UK is seeking enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to support high-quality childcare. Candidates should have a passion for developing young minds and preferably be qualified at NNEB/NVQ level 2/3. Roles are available as a full-time senior practitioner or part-time nursery assistant, with ongoing training and support provided. Apply to join a nurturing environment dedicated to children's growth.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support

Career path with long-term growth

Quarterly supervisions and annual appraisals

Qualifications

• Passionate about childcare and helping children to achieve, play and be safe.
• Good working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS).
• Previous experience of working with children under the age of five.
• Qualified at NNEB/NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in childcare highly desirable.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Room Leader and Nursery Management in providing day-to-day high quality childcare.
• Provide a positive learning environment that meets all children's needs.
• Have key person responsibility and carry out daily and individual planning.
• Ensure a safe and caring environment for the children's well-being.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS)

Previous experience with children under five

Teamworking skills

Education

NNEB/NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Practitioner / Senior Practitioner

We are currently looking for enthusiastic staff at our fabulous, outstanding rated children's day nursery and preschool.

We will continuously invest in our staff to ensure they receive ongoing support, training, quarterly supervisions, annual appraisals and offer a career path with genuine long term growth and stability.

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic and motivated individuals with a real passion for developing young minds, who as well as bringing their own experiences to the Nursery, are eager to develop their knowledge base with continued learning.

We have 2 NEW roles and are currently looking for one full time senior nursery practitioner/ Room Manager L3 or higher, and one Full or part time Nursery assistant/practitioner. Either L2/L3.

Full time working 4 or 5 days per week 37-40hrs per week.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Room Leader and Nursery Management in providing day to day high quality childcare.
• Provide a positive learning environment that offers choice, experiences, independence and meets all the children needs.
• Be able to have key person responsibility and carry out daily and individual planning.
• Ensuring a safe, secure and caring environment for the well-being of the children.

Qualifications & Skills

• Be passionate about childcare and helping children to achieve, play and be safe.
• Have a good working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS)
• Have previous experience of working with children under the age of five.
• Be qualified at NNEB/NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in childcare - highly desirable but not essential, we can also accommodate unqualified staff with experience who have a passion for childcare, training is provided.
• Be able to work well in a team

Salary & Application

Salary is negotiable based on hours, experience and qualifications. We offer excellent career opportunities for the right candidates. Please apply via this advert if you would like to be considered, we very much look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to the setting soon! :)