Overview
Nexter Nursery Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic and caring qualified Nursery Practitioners to join our growing team around Crystal Palace. This is a temporary agency role with the opportunity to extend or lead to permanent positions within our partner nurseries.
Responsibilities
- 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) - increased if you hold full valid Paediatric First Aid.
- 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.
- Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract.
- Pay: £12.25-£14.00 per hour.
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.
Benefits
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Referral programme
Education & Experience
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (preferred)