Nursery Practitioners - Edgbaston & City Centre

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Opportunities across settings

Job summary

Aspire People are delighted to be working with a range of reputable nursery settings that are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join their teams.

We have a variety of full-time and part-time opportunities available, with flexible working options to suit your availability. This is an excellent opportunity for passionate Early Years professionals looking for flexibility while developing their career in childcare.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare - essential.
• Paediatric First Aid - desirable.
• Previous experience in a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• Passion for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning, development and wellbeing of children aged 0-5 in line with the EYFS framework.
• Provide high-quality care and support to children in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Create engaging, stimulating and age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Plan and participate in activities that support children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.
• Recognise and respond to each child’s individual needs, interests and stage of development.
• Encourage children’s confidence, independence, communication and social skills.
• Assist with planning and delivering activities that promote learning and development.
• Build positive and professional relationships with children, colleagues, parents and carers.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of all children.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner - Central Birmingham

Aspire People are delighted to be working with a range of reputable nursery settings that are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join their teams.

We have a variety of full-time and part-time opportunities available, with flexible working options to suit your availability. This is an excellent opportunity for passionate Early Years professionals looking for flexibility while developing their career in childcare.

THE ROLE

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care, education and support to children aged 0-5 years.

You will work as part of a dedicated team to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, develop and reach their full potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the learning, development and wellbeing of children aged 0-5 in line with the EYFS framework.
• Provide high-quality care and support to children in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Create engaging, stimulating and age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Plan and participate in activities that support children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.
• Recognise and respond to each child's individual needs, interests and stage of development.
• Encourage children's confidence, independence, communication and social skills.
• Assist with planning and delivering activities that promote learning and development.
• Build positive and professional relationships with children, colleagues, parents and carers.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of all children.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare - essential.
• Paediatric First Aid - desirable
• Previous experience working in a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Good knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework.
• A genuine passion for working with young children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient and positive approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A flexible and proactive approach to work.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

WHY WORK WITH ASPIRE PEOPLE?

• Flexible full-time and part-time working opportunities.
• Shifts that can be tailored around your availability.
• Opportunities to work across a range of nursery settings.
• Gain valuable experience across different Early Years environments.
• Ongoing support from the Aspire People team.
• Competitive pay rates and benefits.
• Opportunities for career development within the Early Years sector.
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of children and families.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.