Senior Nursery Practitioner - Early Years Care & Education

JOBS 925; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

JOBS 925 in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Nursery Nurse to support the Manager and Deputy Manager in a busy childcare setting. You will care for children, plan activities, maintain records and work as part of a team.

The role requires adhering to safeguarding, health and safety, and Ofsted/EYFS guidelines; you will mentor junior staff and engage with parents to support children's development.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to nursery policies and procedures; comply with Children Act, Health and Safety, Ofsted and EYFS guidelines
• Maintain confidentiality in the nursery
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Care for and supervise children across physical, emotional and intellectual needs
• Plan and prepare activities to meet individual needs; liaise with parents and communicate within the nursery
• Promote equal opportunities and challenge racism or discrimination
• Maintain development records and observations
• Manage children’s behaviour positively
• Prepare and maintain playrooms and equipment
• Mentor and supervise Nursery Assistants and students
• Model professional conduct and help new staff settle in
• Maintain accident, incident and risk assessment records
• Supervise meals and prepare babies’ bottles where needed
• Carry out laundry duties
• Attend staff meetings as arranged by managers
• Attend parents’ evenings, publicity events, open weekends and outings
• Undertake other duties as directed by management

Job description

JOBS 925 in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Nursery Nurse to support the Manager and Deputy Manager in a busy childcare setting. You will care for children, plan activities, maintain records and work as part of a team.

The role requires adhering to safeguarding, health and safety, and Ofsted/EYFS guidelines; you will mentor junior staff and engage with parents to support children's development.