Job Description
A
leading children’s day nursery located in Stratford are looking for a passionate
Nursery Practitioner with strong knowledge of the EYFS, good
communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. The individual must be
highly motivated and have a positive attitude towards working with children.
The Nursery has established a robust induction programme to ensure
that on commencement of their employment the staff teams have the necessary
skills and knowledge to start their career with us. They are committed to
continuing professional development by actively encouraging staff to attend
external training courses so that they benefit from industry expertise outside
of the nursery.
This
is a full time permanent role with 40 hours/week working with rotating shifts
between 7.30am – 6.15pm. You will have minimum Level 3 CACHE /NVQ or equivalent
qualification in Childcare for Nursery Practitioner role.
Location – E15 Stratford
Salary Offered – Level
3 Nursery Practitioner -£22,000 to £24,000 + Benefits
Rooms available –
Baby Room & Preschool Room
Duties & Responsibilities for Nursery
Practitioner is as below but not limited to-
·
Provide high
quality care and activities for the children and to recognise both individual
and group requirements in a secure, safe and stimulating environment.
·
Deliver the Early
Years Foundation Stage framework and any other appropriate guidance for young
children in accordance with nursery policy and guidelines.
·
Observe each
child’s progress and report on achievements, looking for progression and
continuity alongside the Early Years Foundation Stage.
- Participate
in the key person system and be responsible for a group of children.
Monitor, assess, record and report on their development and progress.
- Work in partnership with
parents/carers, recognising that parents are their children’s first
educators, and encourage parental involvement in the nursery.
·
Assist and attend
parents’ meetings and open days.
·
Help Maintain the
safety and security of all children, employees and visitors to the Nursery.
·
Help carry out
regular assessments to ensure all Nursery Health and Safety procedures are
followed.
·
Ensure the
cleanliness of the children and their surroundings at all times.
Skills
Required for Nursery Practitioner:
- Level 3 in Childcare & Education (above or equivalent)
- Good sound knowledge of the EYFS
- Experience in a nursery setting
- Good written and communication skills
The positions are subject to an Enhanced DBS
certificate and references.
If
you have the relevant experience & qualification and would like to be a
part of a progressive team please send your cv or call on 07398846041.