Job Description
VD Recruitment has partnered with a leading group of independent
Montessori Nurseries & Preschools in West London. We are
currently recruiting for a Nursery Practitioner for their nursery in Hanwell.
We
are looking for 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.
You
will be joining a 92 place ‘Good’ Ofsted Rated nursery at Hanwell
W7 location. This is a full time permanent role with 40 hours/week working
with rotating early and late shifts.
Salary Offered –£22,000 to £25,000 based on
experience
Duties & Responsibilities for the Nursery
Practitioner role
·
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.
·
Ensure that no
child is ever left on their own in the room / nursery / outing.
·
Understand and
participate in the key person system. To ensure that your own key children
learning journey/ profiles are up to date and maintained at the required
quality level.
·
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.
Knowledge/Skills/Experience
Required:
- Level 3 ,Level 2 in Childcare & Education or QTS
- Good sound knowledge of the EYFS
- Experience in a nursery setting
- First Aid qualified
- Key Person experience
- Good written and communication skills
Staff Benefits Package:
- Excellent Base Salary
- 28 days holidays
- Half day off on your birthday
- Funded training courses to
develop your career
- Financial support towards
further qualifications
- Increased salary for Level 3
Forest School Leaders
- Career progression and
promotion opportunities
- Health care benefits
including optical, dental, chiropody and therapy (physio and osteo)
- Westfield Rewards - Exclusive
special offers and discounts from more than 450 High Street and online
retailers
- Free 24 hours counselling and
advice line on wide range of issues
- Ofsted
"Outstanding" outcome - "M&S gift voucher" for
each staff
- Staff discount for childcare
- Pension Scheme
- Introduce a friend and earn a
"M&S gift voucher"
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 ASAP