Salary: £24,374 per annum (pro-rated for part time and term time)Position: Nursery PractitionerSalary: £24,374 per annum (pro-rated for part time and term time)Contract: PermanentLocation: Sheffield (Hillsborough Nursery)Hours: 25 hours per week x 52 weeks per yearThe Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every step.About the RoleThe Sheffield College are currently looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join the team. This role is to provide a nursery facility within the College providing a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children placed in the setting.This is a great opportunity to work as part of a team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, develop and learn! You will be involved in creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities.Key ResponsibilitiesWork as a member of the nursery team to ensure that high standards of care is providedPromote and create an educationally stimulating environment in accordance with Every Child Matters and Early Years Foundation Stage FrameworkTo take an interest in the children and their families, to treat them as individuals and with respect at all times. Ensuring the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children having an awareness of any disabilities, family cultures and medical historiesTo advise manager/deputy of any concernsTo provide support for any children with special educational needs and liaise with senior members of staff to promote their welfare and development As well as supporting all co-ordinatorsTo ensure good standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times.Skills & KnowledgeWe strive to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals who believe they can contribute effectively to this role. While not mandatory, we are particularly interested in candidates who embody the following qualities:Relevant Childcare Qualification NVQ3 or equivalentFirst Aid at Work Certificate or willingness to work towardsAbility to plan nursery activities incorporating the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculumGood timekeepingIf you would like to be a part of a successful team and a fantastic college, please apply! See the attached job description and person specification for full information on the requirements of this role.Reach out for assistance with your application or inquiries about working with us:Email: We appreciate your interest and look forward to getting to know you!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Next Steps:Closing Date: 113th November 2024Interview Date: TBCAs a Leaders in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact us via the details above.We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures.Further details on the employment of ex-offenders can be found in the documents attached to this advert.Please click the links below to view the job description, person specification and notes of guidance. If you are accessing this advert on your mobile device, the box will be replaced by a button.To apply please click apply and follow the links and complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process please contact People Operations Team via email. CVs currently not accepted.