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  • Early Years Practitioner
    Early Years Practitioner
    4 hours ago
    £12.71–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    Croydon

    Kids-Joy Nursery is a warm, inclusive, and nurturing early years setting in Croydon, dedicated to providing high-quality childcare for children aged 1–5 years. We are committed to creating a safe, stimulating environment where every child can thrive, regardless of their background or ability. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate individual looking to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking nursery, with career progression opportunities available for the right candidate, based on performance and commitment. Key Responsibilities • Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework, • Plan and support engaging, child-led activities that promote learning and development, • Carry out observations and assessments to track children’s progress, • Maintain accurate records and contribute to learning journeys, • Support children’s social, emotional, and behavioural development, • Build strong, professional relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues, • Ensure children are safe, secure, and well-supervised at all times, • Prepare and maintain a stimulating learning environment, • Work effectively as part of a team to uphold nursery standards, • Follow all nursery policies, procedures, and safeguarding requirements, • Contribute to the overall smooth running of the setting, including occasional general duties Requirements • Experience working with early years or preschool-aged children, • Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework, • Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development, • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, • A proactive, reliable, and positive attitude What We’re Looking For We are looking for an inspiring practitioner who: • Builds positive relationships with children and families, • Creates a nurturing and engaging environment, • Demonstrates initiative and professionalism, • Is committed to continuous improvement and development Why Join Kids-Joy Nursery? • Supportive and welcoming team environment, • Opportunities for career progression and development, • A chance to make a real impact on children’s early learning experiences If you are passionate about early years education and want to be part of a nursery that truly values quality care and development, we would love to hear from you.

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  • Weekend Football Coach for Early Years South East London
    Weekend Football Coach for Early Years South East London
    1 month ago
    £8–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    We are looking for energetic, fun, and enthusiastic candidates who would love to work with children. The position would be ideal for individuals in the performing arts, education and teaching, students, early years practitioners, sport and fitness instructors, retail, customer service, and anyone motivated to start coaching in sport and football. If you are confident, have a genuine desire to inspire children, and are keen to offer them a fun start to a sporting activity, then we would love to hear from you! Requirements: • You must be 18+, • Excellent verbal communication skills, • Physically fit for the role - lots of running and jumping!, • Commuting to our different venues in South London, • Available to work on a weekly basis, year round (not suitable for individuals/students leaving London for long periods, such as over the summer) Would be an advantage if you have: • Prior experience working with children, • First Aid, Safeguarding, and/or DBS certifications, • Coaching, fitness, and/or teaching qualifications Responsibilities: • Coaching children between 18 months to 8 years (four separate age groups), • Setting up a variety of football-based games and activities, • Communicating with children and parents/carers, • Filling in registration forms, • Ensuring a safe and positive environment for both children and parents Currently we are looking for coaches who can work in the following areas across Wandsworth, Lambeth, Southwark, Lewisham, North Croydon: SE1, SE4, SE5, SE19, SE21, SE24, SE27, SW4, SW11, SW12, SW16, SW17 Balham, Bermondsey, Brixton, Brockley, Camberwell, Clapham, Crystal Palace, Dulwich, Lambeth, Nunhead, Shad Thames, Streatham, Tooting Bec, West Norwood

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  • Nursery Deputy Manager
    Nursery Deputy Manager
    2 months ago
    £16 hourly
    Full-time
    Wallington

    Nursery Deputy Manager (2-5 year old setting) Location: Wallington Salary: £16 Ph Contract Type: 40 hours Per week, 4 days 7:30am-6:30pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (Tuesdays off) This is a Room based position, covering the office when the manager is not in. As a Deputy Manager, you will support the Nursery Manager in leading the day-to-day operations of the nursery, with particular focus on children aged 2–5 years. The Deputy Manager plays a key role in maintaining high standards of care, education, health and safety, and team performance in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Ofsted requirements, and nursery policies. Key responsibilities: Support the Nursery Manager in overseeing the running of the nursery and deputise in their absence. Provide leadership, mentoring, and supervision to room leaders and practitioners in the 2–5 years provision. Ensure a high-quality EYFS curriculum is delivered that supports the learning and development of all children aged 2–5. Monitor planning, observations, and assessments to ensure they are consistent, accurate, and used to support individual development. Qualification and experience: Minimum level 3 qualification in Early Years or higher Paediatric First Aid, Food Safety, Allergens, H&S, Prevent, Safeguarding DSL Good knowledge of EYFS requirements Good knowledge of OFSTED requirements Good Knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Extensive Knowledge of Safeguarding Job Type: We are open 52 weeks of the year. This position is for all year round, 4 days (Tuesdays off), 7:30am-6:30pm. You will be a room based Deputy. Pay: £16 per hour Rachel, our Recruitment Lead, is here to help you through the process. Apply today! Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme

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