Senior Early Years Practitioner - Lead Practice & Development

Nottingham; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Professional development opportunities

Staff discounts and employee benefits

Wellbeing support

Job summary

The University of Nottingham is seeking a Senior Early Years Practitioner to join our Childcare Services team. This role combines your experience to create a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where children can thrive.

You will supervise day-to-day practice, support colleagues and ensure every child receives the best support, working with families and external professionals to promote positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Qualified to at least a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification recognised by the Department for Education.
• Knowledgeable about the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Able to build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and external professionals.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality, inclusive care and education that enables every child to flourish.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day practice within the nursery.
• Coach practitioners and support children's learning.
• Analyse children's progress and lead team meetings.
• Develop provision and work with families and external professionals to support individual needs.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding responsibilities

Relationship building

Inclusive care

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

The University of Nottingham is seeking a Senior Early Years Practitioner to join our Childcare Services team. This role combines your experience to create a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where children can thrive.

You will supervise day-to-day practice, support colleagues and ensure every child receives the best support, working with families and external professionals to promote positive outcomes.