Job descriptionJob Title : Nursery PractitionerJob Type : Permanent, Full-timeWorking Hours : Monday to Friday, 40 hours per weekOverall Job Role
- Deliver and ensure a high standard of learning, development, and care for children aged 0-5 years.
- Support the Room Manager with the daily running of the room.
- Ensure the room and resources are safe and appropriate for children, staff, and visitors.
- Develop partnerships with parents / carers to increase involvement in their child’s development.
- Act as a key person by observing, assessing, and planning for each individual child.Key Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively as part of the team within your room and the wider nursery setting.
- Support the Room Manager with the effective daily running of the room.
- Maintain a sound knowledge of company policies, procedures, and expectations.
- Act as an excellent role model for the staff team and children.
- Take responsibility for excellent hygiene, health and safety, and security practices within the nursery.
- Assist in planning and providing appropriate daily activities in line with EYFS guidance for your key children.
- Uphold the highest level of safeguarding practices, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Conduct observation, assessment, and planning for your key children, ensuring they are making progress.
- Collaborate with outside professionals when required.
- Build trusting relationships with parents and families.Qualifications (Essential)
- Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent.
- Knowledge of the Early Years Sector.
- GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths, Grade A-C.
- Paediatric First Aid (if the qualification was obtained after 2016).Relevant Experience and Skills (Essential)
- Experience working in a nursery or similar environment.
- Previous experience as a key person.
- Some knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Experience working effectively in a team