Job Description
With a salary above minimum wage, Christmas week guaranteed off work, free hot lunches each day and discounts at big name stores & brands, you'll love our benefits for qualified Nursery Practitioners!
We're looking for a full time, qualified nursery practitioner to join our team at Woodlands Nursery and Forest School! Why not join a team with fantastic benefits to reward you!
Each day, you will be making a difference to children’s lives as your support them to learn, play and grow. No two days will be the same as you work in the room with the children, using your experience to care for them, track their progress and plan fun activities to support their development.
You should have a good knowledge of the EYFS, be self-motivated and imaginative.
You must have a relevant and recognised Level 3 qualification in early years/childcare (please note, Health and Social Care is not a relevant qualification for this role). We would consider candidates with a Level 2 qualification if they are willing to work towards a Level 3 qualification.
This is for a full time position of 40 hours per week, throughout the year.
You will be working in our friendly team dedicated to giving children the best start to life.
Your day to day responsibilities in this role will include:
* Supported supervision of children aged 0-4.
* Supervising and monitoring the safety of the children.
* Feeding and changing the children, as needed.
* Planning day to day activities.
* Building strong relationships with parents.
* Keeping records of children’s progress, routines, and interests.
Desired Skills
* Good communication skills.
* Ability to communicate on a variety of levels - between parents, children and colleagues.
* Awareness of safeguarding.
* Willingness to learn.
Desired personal qualities
* Genuine desire to work in the children sector.
* Have a good sense of humour.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Friendly and outgoing.
* Patient.
* Passion for the outdoors.
Why work with us?
* Competitive salary.
* Week of Christmas guaranteed off work.
* Company pension contributions.
* Guaranteed holiday allowance.
* PlayTime - our staff benefit scheme. Save hundreds of pounds per year when shopping by using our discounts scheme.
* Staff appreciation events throughout the year.
* We will work with you to provide the training that you need to progress your career.
* Option of a free hot lunch each day.
* Uniform and outdoor coat provided.
* On site parking available.
We take safeguarding seriously, so the successful candidate will be subject to references and an enhanced DBS check.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Experience:
* Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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