Senior Nursery Practitioner

Hopscotchdaynurseries; Southampton, Guisborough; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a beautiful nursery in Botley for a Senior Early Years Practitioner. This role is perfect for those looking to step into management while inspiring a dedicated childcare team. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping young minds and creating a stimulating environment for learning. Join a supportive family that values education and development, and enjoy a full-time position with competitive pay and additional location-based benefits. If you are passionate about early childhood education, this is the perfect chance to advance your career!

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years Qualification required.
• Experience in supporting children's learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning age-appropriate activities for children.
• Communicate with parents about their child's development.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for children.

Skills

Child Development

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Exciting Opportunity for a Senior Early Years Practitioner at Botley

Join our beautiful Botley nursery and take the next step in your career by stepping into your first management role.

We are looking for a Senior Early Years Practitioner to support the Room Leader in our Pre-school room and inspire a passionate childcare team in supporting children's learning and development.

If you want to play an important role in educating the next generation, join our Hopscotch family today!

A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification is required.

Duties

1. Assist the Room Leader and colleagues with planning age-appropriate activities, following all guidelines laid out in the EYFS.
2. Assist in the care, maintenance, and cleaning of all toys and equipment within the nursery, recording and reporting any maintenance or safety issues.
3. Be a responsible, reliable, and effective team member, working flexibly.
4. Communicate clearly and efficiently with parents/guardians regarding their child's development, encouraging active participation.
5. Provide an appealing, creative, and stimulating environment.
6. Ensure all company forms and procedures are completed correctly.
7. Work within all company policies and procedures, reporting any breaches.

All successful candidates will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including a completed Application Form and DBS check.

This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks a year.

Starting salary: £28,828.80.

Additional Payment: For all Botley employees, an extra £0.30 per hour worked is paid as a weighting payment to recognize the nursery's location. This is included within the advertised salary. Subject to terms and conditions.