Part Time Qualified Nursery Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Crawley is seeking a Part Time Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join their dedicated team. The role involves supporting children's development and ensuring a safe learning environment. With flexible hours and a commitment to staff development, this position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth. Ideal candidates will have an NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification and a passion for childcare.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive pay

Holiday entitlement increasing with service

Long service bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery, primary, or pre-prep environment within the last 2 years.
• Clean enhanced DBS Check or willing to undergo one.
• Flexible and engaging personality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day running of classes and support children's development.
• Ensure compliance with Childcare Act 2006 and Ofsted guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with parents and manage children's behavior.

Skills

Communication

Child Development Understanding

Behaviour Management

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 Child Care Qualification

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Part Time Qualified Nursery Practitioner, Crawley

Client:

Location:

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

93a2f62190dc

Job Views:

3

Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

Job Description:

Part Time Nursery Practitioner job in Crawley.

Your new company

This fantastic nursery located in the Crawley area is looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join their expanding team. The organisation is located close to local transport links. The nursery holds a Good and Outstanding Ofsted rating for their Baby and Pre-school Nurseries. They are open 07:30 – 18:00, Monday to Friday all weeks of the year except for one week at Christmas. The nursery is looking for qualified staff that hold NQT Level 2 or 3 in Childcare and Education or equivalent. They are happy to support Level 2 practitioners in obtaining their Level 3.

Your new role

Your role would be as a nursery practitioner in the nursery in Crawley. You will be assisting with the day-to-day running of the classes, supporting the children, and using your initiative to help them succeed.

• Flexible hours to suit you
• Full-time and part-time options available

You will be responsible for the care and welfare of children in the setting in compliance with company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with the Childcare Act 2006 and Health and Safety legislation, all within the requirements and guidelines as laid down by Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance. You will need to be a positive role model for colleagues and children, offering continuous support to the children, ensuring their learning and development is supported at all times. You will need to have the ability to manage children's behaviour effectively, communicate with parents, and work on strategies where appropriate. You will liaise with parents to ensure effective communication within the nursery, assisting with regular parents' evenings, open days, and outings with the children.

What you'll need to succeed

It is essential that you have an NVQ Level 2 or 3 Child Care Qualification. You will need to have worked within a nursery, primary, or pre-prep environment in the last 2 years and be able to provide a reference. You need to have a clean enhanced DBS Check on the update service, or if not, the nursery will run an enhanced DBS check for you. You need to be flexible and, most importantly, have a fun personality that children can engage with. It is important that you have a good understanding of children's development and their needs, as well as ensuring positive management of children's behaviour.

What you'll get in return

Flexible working options are available. The nursery is passionate about developing the potential of their staff through training. The role is permanent and offers an immediate start. They are open to discussing flexible working options, including part-time and full-time hours. You will receive competitive pay and holiday entitlement, which will increase with length of service. The nursery also offers additional incentives such as long service bonuses.