Nursery Practitioner
Nursery Practitioner (Preschool / Toddler)
Location: Southwest London
Salary: £20k - £26k + Excellent Benefits
Full-Time, Permanent, 3-5 days per week (51 weeks)
The Client:
Our client, a renowned childcare provider, is dedicated to delivering exceptional early childhood experiences, fostering growth, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children.
The Role:
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will engage in the facilitation of a stimulating learning environment for children, focusing on play and development.
Responsibilities:
? Deliver exceptional learning experiences through well-planned and enjoyable play activities.
? Integrate new initiatives and directives into the learning environment as required.
? Maintain legal ratios and support across the nursery.
? Supervise mealtimes closely, respecting dietary needs.
? Meet task deadlines, including mandatory training and development records.
? Ensure effective implementation of policies, procedures, and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
? Develop and maintain partnerships with parents/carers.
? Stay informed on developments in childcare and education policies.
? Monitor childrens development and address any concerns.
? Uphold nursery safety and Food Safety regulations.
? Assist in maintaining nursery facilities and resources.
? Perform intimate care routines as needed.
Requirements:
? Previously worked as a Nursery Practitioner or in a similar role.
? At least 1 year of experience working in a Nursery.
? Experience working within a Toddler room or preschool in a childcare setting.
? NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare and Education.
? Understanding of EYFS and safeguarding children's policies and procedures.
? Higher education certification would be preferred.
? Strong communication and organizational skills.
Benefits:
? Company pension
? Company events
? Employee discount
? Free parking
? Health & wellbeing programme
? Employee mentorin