Nursery Practitioner
hace 3 días
Banbury
Early Years Practitioner (Level 2 or above) The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below. Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time / Part-time (all-year-round) Age Range: 05 years Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience and qualifications) Location: Oxfords British Orchard Nursery Perks we offer our team to make work a better place to be: • Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance., • Additional day off for your Birthday!, • Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks available to all staff, • Accredited training through our online training platforms, • Regular wellbeing treats, staff rewards, and team events all year roundYour Role, • To provide high-quality, safe, and engaging early years provision that promotes all aspects of childrens learning and development in line with the EYFS framework and Development Matters., • Provide a safe, secure, and inclusive environment for all children., • Support childrens learning through in-the-moment planning, following their interests and developmental needs., • Deliver engaging and meaningful learning experiences that promote curiosity, independence, and confidence., • Ensure all interactions with children are warm, responsive, and developmentally appropriate., • Work at the childs level, including floor-based play and outdoor learning in all weather conditions.Safeguarding & Welfare, • Promote and safeguard the welfare of all children in line with nursery safeguarding policies., • Maintain a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and report concerns appropriately., • Ensure all health, safety, and hygiene standards are consistently met.Curriculum & Practice, • Demonstrate strong knowledge of the EYFS and apply it effectively in practice., • Use observations to inform assessments and next steps, ensuring each childs progress is supported., • Deliver a curriculum that reflects childrens interests, cultural backgrounds, and individual needs., • Contribute to the development of high-quality continuous provision.Key Person Responsibilities, • Take responsibility for a key group of children., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records (e.g. Famly or equivalent)., • Observe, assess, and plan next steps in childrens learning., • Build strong relationships with parents/carers, providing regular feedback and updates., • Support childrens transitions, including inductions and settling-in processes., • Prepare and share progress reports with families.Teamwork & Professional Conduct, • Work collaboratively as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of the nursery., • Support colleagues, students, and apprentices within the setting., • Contribute positively to staff meetings and nursery development., • Maintain a professional attitude and model positive behaviour at all times., • Take initiative to maintain high standards across the nursery environment.SEND Responsibilities, • Work closely with the SENCo to support children with additional needs., • Contribute to the graduated response, including observations and targeted support strategies., • Engage in training to strengthen understanding of early identification and intervention.Health, Safety & Environment, • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment, including shared spaces., • Carry out daily risk assessments and report any concerns., • Ensure resources and equipment are well maintained and used appropriately.Partnerships & Communication, • Build strong, professional relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies., • Communicate effectively and sensitively with families., • Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive nursery community.Professional Development, • Attend training, inset days, and professional development opportunities., • Take responsibility for keeping knowledge up to date, particularly inSafeguarding, EYFS practice, Health & Safety, • Actively engage in reflective practice and continuous improvement.Person Specification:Essential, • Full and relevant Level 2/3 Early Years qualification or above, • Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework, • Experience working in an early years setting, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • Commitment to safeguarding and child welfareDesirable, • Experience with in-the-moment planning and forward planning, • Experience supporting children with SEND, • Enhanced DBS checks, • Suitable references, • Children feel safe, valued, and inspired, • Staff feel supported and empowered, • High standards and continuous improvement are embedded in everyday practice