Level 3 Nursery Nurse
2 months ago
Headcorn
Our vision is to provide high-quality, safe, and nurturing early years care where children are encouraged to grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence. As a qualified early years practitioner, you will support children’s learning through play, exploration, and meaningful experiences, helping them to feel safe, valued, and confident. Key Duties: • Plan and carry out child-initiated and adult-led activities to support children’s individual needs and interests., • Encourage communication, language, literacy, and numeracy development., • Act as a key person, helping children feel secure and supported., • Complete observations and use these to plan next steps in learning., • Carry out daily care routines, including nappy changing, toileting, handwashing, and mealtimes with care and respect., • Work in partnership with parents, colleagues, and other professionals., • Promote children’s welfare, wellbeing, and safety at all times., • Support children through transitions, such as moving rooms or starting school., • Participate in ongoing training and professional development., • Work in an inclusive and non-discriminatory way. Responsibilities: • Provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS., • Build warm and trusting relationships with children and families., • Work effectively within your room team., • Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment., • Follow all safeguarding and health and safety procedures., • Contribute positively to a supportive team culture. About You: • Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent)., • Experience working in a nursery or childcare setting., • Good understanding of child development and the EYFS., • Reliable, caring, and enthusiastic., • Passionate about giving children the best start in life., • Committed to safeguarding and promoting children’s wellbeing., • A driver is preferred due to our rural location, although we are within walking distance of Headcorn train station. What We Offer: • Up to £28,500 per year, depending on experience., • 20 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)., • Opportunity to earn back Christmas closure days through good attendance., • Paid birthday off., • All training hours paid and supported., • Workplace pension scheme., • Free uniform., • Fresh meals provided., • On-site parking., • Regular supervision and management support. All applicants are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Be part of our growing nursery and a supportive, committed team. Apply now to help us build strong foundations and shape futures. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From £28,500.00 per year Expected hours: 30 – 41.25 per week
