Job Description

VD Recruitment has partnered with a leading chain of Independent Montessori Nurseries in Wembley & Harrow area that specializes in Montessori teaching.

We are seeking an experienced full time Level 3 or Level 2  Nursery Practitioner to join their dynamic team at the Ofsted Rated ‘Good’ nursery.

Salary: £21700 to £24000 PA + Benefits

Location – Rayners Lane HA2

FULL TIME – 40 /week (Rotating early & late shifts between 8am to 6pm) 

PART TIME - 3 days / 4 days / Mornings only 8-2 / Afternoons only 12-6

You’ll need to be highly committed to providing children with the very best care and education. You’ll also have to be keen to progress and develop your own knowledge and skills and work as part of a team. The successful Nursery Practitioner will have strong knowledge of EYFS, an understanding of children’s development. 

  Your main duties as a Nursery Practitioner would be :

• Provide high quality care and activities for the children and to recognise both individual and group requirements in a secure, safe and stimulating environment.
• Observing, assessing, and planning for the children’s individual needs, ensuring their development is continuously monitored and create opportunities for children to progress
• Deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and any other appropriate guidance for young children in accordance with nursery policy and guidelines.
• 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.
• Using the Nursery App- Training will be provided

Person Specification for the ideal Nursery Practitioner

• Minimum Level 2 in Childcare & Education
• The ability to deliver high-quality practice.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Being a positive role model to your team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good ICT skills

Benefits -

Excellent Salary Package with an annual review.

28 days paid holidays

One day’s extra holiday on your birthday each year!

Pension scheme.

Fabulous in house CPD opportunities

Free uniform

5 paid staff training days per year

Wellbeing days with treats & snacks

Staff childcare discount

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 and fun team please send your cv.