Nursery Practitioner, Lunch Cover

Nala Global Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive environment

Professional development opportunities

Ongoing support from Nala Recruitment

Rewarding role with young children

Job summary

Nala Recruitment are helping a welcoming nursery in Bilborough, Nottingham, to find a Nursery Practitioner for lunch cover. This part-time role runs 11:00am–2:00pm, Monday to Friday, year-round, with a permanent contract and a competitive hourly rate up to £13.30 depending on qualifications and experience.

The ideal candidate will be caring, patient and reliable, with a passion for supporting young children and working well in a team.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and approachable traits are essential.
• Good communication and teamwork are important for working with children, parents and colleagues.
• Strong commitment to providing high-quality care and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children
• Support learning through age-appropriate activities
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Assist planning and delivery of engaging activities
• Observe and record children's progress and contribute to learning journeys
• Support children's personal care needs where required
• Work as part of the nursery team and follow safeguarding policies
• Create an inclusive environment where every child feels valued

Skills

Caring

Patient

Approachable

Team player

Good communication

Education

Level 2 Early Years Education and Childcare

Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare

Job description

Nursery Practitioner (Lunch Cover)

Location: Bilborough, Nottingham

Salary: Up to £13.30 per hour depending on qualifications and experience

Hours: 11:00am-2:00pm (15hr p/w), Mon-Fri, all year round

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Nala Recruitment are currently working with a welcoming and supportive nursery setting who are looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join their team on a part-time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring and motivated Early Years professional who is passionate about supporting young children and helping them develop, learn and thrive in a safe and stimulating environment.

The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care and education for children, supporting their development through engaging activities and positive interactions.

• Providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children
• Supporting children's learning and development through age-appropriate activities
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging activities based around children's interests and development
• Observing and recording children's progress and contributing to their individual learning journeys
• Ensuring children's health, safety and wellbeing are maintained at all times
• Supporting children with their personal care needs where required
• Working effectively as part of a wider nursery team
• Following the nursery's policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements
• Creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and approachable
• Passionate about working with children and supporting their development
• A positive team player with good communication skills
• Reliable, responsible and committed to providing high-quality care
• Able to build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Confident in creating fun and engaging learning experiences

A relevant Early Years qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years Education and Childcare is desirable/required depending on the role.

Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting would be beneficial.

What's on Offer

• Part-time hours of 11:00am-2:00pm
• Competitive salary/hourly rate
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• A rewarding role working with young children
• Ongoing support from Nala Recruitment