Qualified Early Years Practitioner - Maternity Cover

Shooting Stars

Stourbridge

In loco

GBP 16.000 - 23.000

Tempo pieno

6 giorni fa

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Enhanced annual leave

Fully funded training and professional

Career progression across Midlands nur

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aid

Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Free uniform

Staff recognition and appreciation

Excellent break facilities and staff

Descrizione del lavoro

Shooting Stars Nursery in Stourbridge is seeking a qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner for maternity cover. You will act as a key person, support learning and development, and work with families in a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday.

The role requires a Level 3 EY qualification, EYFS understanding, strong communication, teamwork and safeguarding commitment. The position is a fixed-term contract for approximately 6–9 months.

Competenze

Experience working within a nursery, preschool or childcare setting.
Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
Strong knowledge of the EYFS.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Mansioni

Act as a key person and build positive relationships with children and families.
Support learning and wellbeing through engaging play experiences.
Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS.
Observe and record children's progress.
Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.
Support children's communication, confidence and independence.
Work in partnership with parents and carers.
Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery procedures at all times.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and education.

Conoscenze

Level 3 Early Years qualification

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Formazione

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Descrizione del lavoro

Qualified Early Years Practitioner (Level 3) - Maternity Cover

Rare Opportunity - Join an Established and Highly Regarded Nursery Team

A rare opportunity has arisen to join the experienced and welcoming team at Shooting Stars Stourbridge.

Due to maternity leave, we are looking for a passionate and qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our nursery on a fixed-term contract for approximately 6-9 months.This is anexcellent opportunityto become part of a stable, supportive team that is committed to delivering outstanding care and education for young children.

If you're an enthusiastic childcare professional who enjoys helping children learn, develop and thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a valued member of our nursery team, you will:

Act as a key person, building positive relationships with children and families
Support children's learning, development and wellbeing through engaging play experiences
Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS
Observe, assess and record children's progress
Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
Support children's communication, confidence and independence
Work in partnership with parents and carers
Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery procedures at all times
Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and education

What We’re Looking For

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
Experience working within a nursery, preschool or childcare setting
Good knowledge of the EYFS
Passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare
Reliable, positive and professional approach

Why Join Shooting Stars?

At Shooting Stars, we're proud of our supportive culture and commitment to colleague wellbeing, development and career progression.

Benefits Include

£14.10 per hour
40 hours per week across 5 days
Enhanced annual leave linked to service
Fully funded training and professional development
Clear career progression opportunities across our seven Midlands nurseries
Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health First Aid support
Enhanced DBS paid for by us
Free uniform
Staff recognition and appreciation initiatives
Excellent break facilities and staff areas
Supportive leadership team, experienced area managers and an owner passionate about quality childcare

About Shooting Stars Nurseries

Shooting Stars Nurseries is an award-winning group of seven nursery settings across the Midlands, providing high-quality childcare and early education for children from birth to five years.

We are passionate about creating inspiring environments where children develop confidence, independence and a lifelong love of learning, while supporting our colleagues to grow and flourish in their careers.

Safeguarding Commitment

Shooting Stars Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All positions involve working directly with children and are subject to robust safer recruitment procedures.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, provide satisfactory references, verify qualifications and right to work, and undertake overseas criminal record checks where applicable.

Applicants must disclose any arrests, charges, convictions, cautions, court orders, reprimands and warnings that may affect their suitability to work with children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Why Join Shooting Stars?

At Shooting Stars, we're proud of our supportive culture and commitment to colleague wellbeing, development and career progression.

Benefits Include

£14.10 per hour
40 hours per week across 5 days
Enhanced annual leave linked to service
Fully funded training and professional development
Clear career progression opportunities across our seven Midlands nurseries
Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health First Aid support
Enhanced DBS paid for by us
Free uniform
Staff recognition and appreciation initiatives
Excellent break facilities and staff areas
Supportive leadership team, experienced area managers and an owner passionate about quality childcare