Nursery - Nursery Practitioner
hace 9 días
Leatherhead
Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Full Time Hours: 8:00am–6:00pmWorking Pattern: 4 days per week (one set day off each week) About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our early years team. You will be responsible for providing high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5, supporting their development in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. Key Responsibilities • Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Observe, assess, and record children’s development, ensuring individual learning needs are met., • Build positive and supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues., • Maintain a safe, clean, and organised learning environment at all times., • Work collaboratively as part of the team to support daily routines, including mealtimes, nappies, and personal care., • Create an inclusive environment that encourages children’s independence, curiosity, and confidence., • Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies are adhered to consistently., • Contribute to the planning of the environment, activities, and events/excursions., • Support the emotional wellbeing of children, offering comfort and guidance as needed., • Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification (or equivalent)., • Strong understanding of the EYFS and child development., • Previous experience working in an early-years setting., • Excellent communication and teamwork skills., • A positive, proactive, and caring approach to working with children., • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children., • Fixed 4-day work pattern with one regular day off each week., • Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth., • Ongoing training and CPD., • A caring and enriching working atmosphere where children’s development is at the heart of everything we do.