We are recruiting a nursery practitioner to work 2/3 full days, who must hold a level 3 or above qualification in childcare to join our team at The Wendy House Day Nursery.
Our nursery is a privately run setting offering a homely atmosphere, along with friendly qualified staff with a family feel. We are rated 'Good' in our most recent Ofsted Inspection. The nursery is equipped with stimulating equipment and facilities. We are open Monday-Friday, 50 weeks of the year from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. We are closed on bank holidays and two weeks at Christmas.
If you are successful, your responsibilities will involve:
* Assisting in the day-to-day running of the rooms and children’s activities.
* Playing and interacting with the children to engage their attention and promote their development.
* Planning daily fun and interesting activities that incorporate all areas of the curriculum and provide children with life experiences for their development.
* Monitoring your key children and tracking their development using our Tapestry development tool (knowledge useful but not necessary).
* Ensuring the safety and well-being of the children at all times and participating in regular safeguarding training.
* Providing a positive role model to all children.
* Ensuring daily cleaning of toys, equipment, and facilities with other team members to maintain hygiene and welfare of the children.
* Maintaining a high standard of professional conduct and a child-centered approach in accordance with nursery policies, procedures, current legislation, the EYFS, registration requirements, and any other guidelines issued by DFE.
What is also required:
* A happy disposition like 'Mary Poppins' to spread smiles and warmth to the children.
* Willingness to join in with children's role-play activities.
* Ability to sing throughout the day and read stories with enthusiasm to engage children.
* A caring, lovable personality with patience.
* Ability to work as part of a team, communicate effectively, and create a fun and interesting environment.
Job Types: Full Time and Part Time - Permanent
Pay: From £12.19 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company pension
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Work Location: In person
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