Do you enjoy a cup of tea? Making mud pies? Travelling to a distant land on an adventure? Going back in time to a land of dinosaurs, finding out about them, maybe even creating a new world for them to live in? If you answered yes then a job in our setting will be just right for you.
Little Explorers Hythe are looking for a new member of staff to join our dedicated and expanding team working as a full or part time permanent Nursery Practitioner.
The nursery opened in September 2016, is owned by two teachers and managed by a highly qualified and experienced full time manager. We work closely together along with our brilliant deputy manager. Our staff team are a hard working and dedicated group of excellent practitioners. If you are looking to join a team that works well together, you will fit right in. Please take a look at our website to view our wonderful garden and renovated building: www.littleexplorershythe.com.
The nursery is operational Monday – Friday all year round. We close for a Christmas break, during which staff use some of their holiday entitlement. We provide a safe and stimulating environment whilst nurturing the children’s learning and development. We follow the EYFS curriculum guidance and our own curriculum devised by our staff and based on our children's needs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensuring that our curriculum is implemented through imaginative, creative and child-led initiatives.
* Taking on the role of key worker for your designated children.
* Working in partnership with parents by providing effective feedback on their child’s learning and holding one-to-one meetings.
* Contributing positively to the culture and reputation of the nursery.
* Adhering to nursery policies and procedures which includes the safeguarding and health and safety of all children.
Requirements:
* Experience in the role of a Nursery Practitioner.
* A minimum of an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare and Education or equivalent is desirable.
* Excellent knowledge of the EYFS.
* An understanding of safeguarding procedures.
* A passion for working with children under 5 years old.
* Experience of working with 'In The Moment Planning' would be preferable.
* Be available to work between the hours of 7:45 AM - 6 PM Monday to Friday, for a minimum of 3 days per week (you will not work these hours every day).
Please contact us if you would like any more information or if you would like to look around the nursery. A job description and application form are also available by email request. We look forward to hearing from you.
If you do not hold a level 2 or 3 qualification and may be interested in an apprenticeship, please email us your CV and tell us a bit about yourself.
If you are an experienced, qualified practitioner looking for a role with more responsibility and higher pay, please email us to see what we have available.
Little Explorers Hythe Ltd. is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and an enhanced DBS will be required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: Up to £12.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Nursery Practitioner
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