Nursery Practitioner in Stirling)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Stirling; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable nursery company in Stirling is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to create a welcoming environment and support children's development. The role requires a HNC or SVQ III in Childcare and Education, along with registration with the Scottish Social Services Council. Responsibilities include teamwork, communication with parents, and maintaining health and safety standards. Competitive salary based on the national living wage offered.

Qualifications

• Must be registered or gain registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Knowledge of children's development needs.
• Understanding of local and national childcare guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and welcoming environment.
• Support and ensure the wellbeing of all children.
• Work as part of a team with colleagues.

Skills

Ability to use own initiative

Teamwork

Communication with parents

Understanding of children's needs

Education

HNC or SVQ III in Childcare and Education

Job description

Overview

Nursery Practitioner

Location: Stirling

Salary: National living wage

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time 34 hours, Part Time 25 hours

Responsibilities

• To create a warm and welcoming environment
• An ability to use own initiative and share ideas and information
• A willingness to learn skills in identifying and meeting the children's needs individually and within a group.
• A willingness to learn skills in observation and tracking children's development through Learning Journals.
• Learn good knowledge and understanding of current documents & resources used and how to put the document into practise.
• The ability to work within a team, maintaining positive relationships and developing productive teamwork.
• Listen to advice/constructive criticism from peers/management and act upon it.
• An awareness of Health and Safety within the nursery and ability to report any hazards for the purpose of risk assessments
• Be supportive and diplomatic in your approach towards parents and children.
• To have and show commitment to Little Stars Nurseries policies and Procedures
• To attend occasional staff meetings outside of working hours (time for this will be compensated)
• A willingness to continue with training to aid both the nursery and your own personal development
• To ensure the wellbeing of all children and their development by providing stimulating, rich learning experiences
• To work as part of a Team alongside your colleagues

Skills and Qualifications

• Possess a HNC or SVQ III in Childcare and Education or equivalent. You must be registered or gain your registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• The individual development needs of young children.
• The central role of parents / carers in the lives of young children and respect this role.
• Local and National guidelines, Curriculum, childcare provision and procedures.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.