Salary: £22,010 – £22,556 (per annum)
Contract Type: Fixed Term Maternity Cover
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Starting Point Nursery, Crewe Campus
We are seeking a Nursery Practitioner to join our team at our Starting Point Nursery.
This is an excellent opportunity for an innovative and inspiring Nursery Practitioner who has a passion for working within the childcare and education industry, this role offers an excellent opportunity to join our team in the daily care and development of children within the nursery environment.
Key Responsibilities:
To welcome and assist child(ren) on arrival and departure;
To provide comprehensive verbal handover to parents;
To ensure the child(ren) feel included with their peers at all times including snack and mealtimes;
To provide constant supervision and support;
Provide daily assistance and support to all children as required;
Support and deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum;
Contribute to planning and preparation of daily activities;
Provide a safe and stimulating environment for all children; and
Promote the welfare of children and young people.
Key Person Specification Requirements:
GCSE Grade C (4/5) in Maths and English (or equivalent);
Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards;
Update to date knowledge of current educational practice – latest EYFS (September 2023);
Ability to use information technology to supplement education (Iconnect/Parentzone):
Proven skills in working with children and understanding their needs; and
Enhanced DBS check.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.
If you’re interested in this new opportunity, you can apply by sending a completed application form to recruitment@ccsw.ac.uk by 9am on 19 November 2024.
We do not consider applications submitted through recruitment agencies.
The selection process will take place on 28 November 2024.
Benefits:
Access to world-class facilities, the use of cutting-edge technologies and digital platforms;
Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification;
Extensive opportunities for upskilling and continuous professional development
Competitive salary
Pension scheme
35 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
College ‘Count Me In’ social platform
Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
Employee benefit platform
Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants, hair and beauty salon
Free onsite parking.
If you wish to discuss any aspects of the role prior to making an application, then please email recruitment@ccsw.ac.uk where arrangements will be made for a discussion with the Nursery Manager.
Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought.