Nursery Practitioner - Croydon

Nexter Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable nursery recruitment agency in Croydon seeks qualified Nursery Practitioners to provide high-quality care for young children. This role offers flexible work schedules and competitive pay ranging from £12.25 to £14.00 per hour. Candidates should have a genuine love for working with children and ideally, a Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification. Join a supportive team and make a positive impact in young lives.

Benefits

Company pension

Flexitime

Referral programme

Qualifications

• A genuine love for working with children and a passion for early years education.
• Experience in UK nurseries is preferred but not necessary.
• Enhanced DBS check live on the Update service.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and supervision for young children.
• Create engaging activities promoting children's development through play.
• Support delivery of the EYFS curriculum.

Skills

Love for working with children

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Positive attitude

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Overview

Nexter Nursery Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic and caring qualified Nursery Practitioners to join our growing team in Croydon. This is a temporary agency role with the opportunity to extend or lead to permanent positions within our partner nurseries.

What You 0ll Do

• Provide high-quality care and supervision for young children in a nurturing and stimulating environment.
• Create engaging activities that promote children's development through play and exploration.
• Support the team in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a safe, clean, and organised learning space.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience).
• Weekly pay.
• Holiday pay and pension scheme (available after qualifying period).
• Flexible work schedules to fit your needs.
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience in a rewarding field.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Increased pay for Full Paediatric First Aid holders.

What We're Looking For

• A genuine love for working with children and a passion for early years education (experience not always necessary, but a willingness to learn is essential).
• One of the following:
  • A Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification with Full valid Paediatric First Aid.
  • A minimum of 3 months' experience working in UK nurseries (which we can reference check).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A strong commitment to child safety and well-being.
• An Enhanced DBS check live on the Update service.

Ready to Take the First Step?

If you're a passionate individual seeking a rewarding and flexible opportunity to make a difference in young lives, we encourage you to apply!

Nexter Nursery Recruitment: Great Nursery Staff for Great Nurseries.

Job Details

• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract
• Pay: £12.25-£14.00 per hour
• Benefits:
  • Company pension
  • Flexitime
  • Referral programme

Education & Experience

• Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience: Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
• Licence/Certification: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (preferred)