We are thrilled to seek a dedicated Childcare Nursery Practitioner to join our fantastic team! The ideal candidate will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for our children. As a nursery practitioner, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional care and education, ensuring that each child's needs are addressed with compassion and professionalism.
Your Responsibilities
- Design and implement enjoyable activities that promote learning and development, adhering to early childhood education principles
- Supervise children during playtime, meals, and rest periods, ensuring their safety at all times
- Foster a warm and welcoming atmosphere that supports children's social, emotional, and cognitive development
- Maintain accurate records of children's progress and daily activities
- Effectively and kindly communicate with parents and guardians regarding their child's development and experiences
- Lead and support a team of nursery staff to ensure smooth daily operations
- Assist in organising nursery events and activities that engage the community
What We’re Looking For - Experience working with children in a nursery or childcare environment
- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
- Knowledge of early childhood education frameworks and child development
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
- Relevant childcare qualifications or early childhood education certifications are advantageous
- Organised and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
This is an excellent opportunity where your passion for childcare can make a significant difference in the lives of young children. We are committed to supporting our staff's professional growth while providing exceptional care.
Interviews tomorrow
- Experience
- Required
- Languages
- English – Advanced
- Employment
- Full-time
- Schedule
- Monday to Friday between 7am and 6pm
- Salary
- £12.21 – £13.5 hourly
- Starting time
- Immediate start!
Childcare AssistantHatfield Peverel
Childcare • 1-10 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since March, 2026
Shining Stars are a small homely nursery in the heart of Hatfield Peverel. We pride ourselves on providing the experience and resources of a nursery with the family hearty environment of a home from home setting.
Charlotte G.Active 2 hours ago
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