Vacancies For Early Years Practitioners

Kentjobs; Dartford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing nursery based in Dartford is seeking passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioners and Apprentices to join their outstanding team. The roles offer full and part-time positions with competitive salaries, employee benefits, and a focus on creating a supportive learning environment for children aged 0-5. The nursery is committed to safeguarding and aims to recruit dedicated professionals who aspire to make a difference in the lives of young children.

Benefits

Employee discount on childcare fees

Yoga sessions for staff

Birthday off if it falls on a working day

Additional holiday days for long service

Onsite free car park

Social events including BBQs

Qualifications

• Minimum of Level 2 recognized Childcare Qualification is essential.
• Knowledge of child development 0-5 years is required.
• Previous experience in a nursery or childcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education to children in the nursery.
• Create a safe and stimulating environment for children.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Empathy

Education

Level 2 Childcare Qualification

Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Open Positions

• Qualified Early years Practitioner Level 2/3/Degree
• Early Year Apprentices Level 2/3

Safeguarding is a priority at Dimples and applicants will be subject to rigorous recruitment and selection procedures which are designed to emphasise Dimples commitment to safeguarding responsibilities. These procedures include completion of recruitment pack, questioning at interview stage, verifying of appropriate qualifications, acquiring references, completing any necessary safety checks”.

Full and part time positions.

Competitive salaries.

Lots of staff benefits including possible discounts to nursery fees, staff yoga sessions, birthday off as a birthday present if it falls on the staff members working day, additional holiday days for long service, social events including Christmas and summer BBQ, staff room with all amenities, onsite car park.

Qualified Nursery Practitioner position: level 2, 3 or degree

• Full and part time positions available
• Must be available for shifts between 7.15am-6.45pm all year around
• Salary: between £25,396.80-£36,500.00 per annum
• Benefits: employee discount on childcare fees, yoga, staff breakfast and lunches, onsite free car park, staff room and staff garden area, additional holiday days for long service, Birthday off as a birthday gift if it falls on a working day, Employment Hero benefit scheme, social events, company pension and much more

About us

- Our nursery is a large day nursery located in Darenth near Dartford. We are proud to be rated Outstanding by Ofsted 6 consecutive times and are keen to recruit high quality staff to add to our existing brilliant team.

Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality care and education to children in the nursery
- Create a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn and play
- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and curriculum (No written Planning!)
- Observe and monitor children's development and progress
- Maintain accurate records of children's progress, and behaviour
- Communicate effectively with parents, providing regular updates on their child's development
- Collaborate with other nursery staff to ensure a cohesive and supportive team environment

Qualifications:
- Minimum of a level 2 recognized Childcare Qualification
- Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting is preferred however we will consider newly qualified practitioners
- Knowledge of child development 0-5 is essential

- A love of working outside in all weathers
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

If you are passionate about working with children and providing them with a nurturing and educational environment, we would love to hear from you. We are a forest school setting set in 8 acres, all children experience the outdoors as they can free flow in and out throughout the day. We are a family run setting and offer many staff benefits such as reduced childcare, access to Employment Hero benefits, weekly onsite free yoga sessions, additional holiday and much much more.

Early Years Apprenticeship Positions: level 2 and 3

Full and part time positions available
Must be available for shifts between 7.15am-6.45pm all year around
Salary: between £15,704.00- £25,396.80 per annum
Benefits: employee discount on childcare fees, yoga, staff breakfast and lunches, onsite free car park, staff room and staff garden area, additional holiday days for long service, Birthday off as a birthday gift if it falls on a working day, Employment Hero benefit scheme, social events, company pension and much more.
Earn while you learn

Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality care and education to children in the nursery
- Create a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn and play
- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and curriculum (No written Planning!)
- Observe and monitor children's development and progress
- Maintain accurate records of children's progress
- Collaborate with other nursery staff to ensure a cohesive and supportive team environment

- Ability to manage own learning

-A positive learning attitude with an ability to take guidance from mentors

Criteria:

- Candidates must hold or be able to achieve a grade 4 or above in English and Maths GCSE
- An enthusiasm to gain knowledge of child development 0-5 is essential

- A love of working outside in all weathers
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

If you are passionate about working with children and providing them with a nurturing and educational environment, we would love to hear from you. We are a forest school setting set in 8 acres, all children experience the outdoors as they can free flow in and out throughout the day. We are a family run setting and offer many staff benefits such as reduced childcare, access to Employment Hero benefits, weekly onsite free yoga sessions, additional holiday and much much more.

“Safeguarding is a priority at Dimples and applicants will be subject to rigorous recruitment and selection procedures which are designed to emphasise Dimples commitment to safeguarding responsibilities. These procedures include completion of recruitment pack, questioning at interview stage, verifying of appropriate qualifications, acquiring references, completing any necessary safety checks”.

Please send your CV and covering letter to:

Sandra or Charlotte via email:[e-mail] telephone [phone]