Senior Early Years Practitioner
My client in Ardingly is seeking a Senior Nursery Practitioner to work full time. Please only apply if you have a minimum level 3 qualification in a UK recognised early years qualification.
We’re looking for a full time Senior Nursery Practitioner to work 40 hours (fully flexible) at our Ardingly setting.
Main Duties:
Allocate and delegate staff accordingly based on children and staffing of the dayFire equipment checks (ie. smoke alarm testing and fire escape route checks)
Ensure food hygiene standards are being maintained
Ensure security of the children and premises are upheld
Liaising with parents/carers as appropriate
Accurately maintain the nursery’s database, registers and documentation concerning health and safety and child protectionEnsure that the nursery’s planning for the individual needs of each child is maintained to a high standard.
Deputise for the Nursery Manager in their absence.
Oversee the implementation and delivery of the EYFS.
Participate in professional development and training.
Mentor staff to ensure the policies and values of the nursery management are understood and implemented.
Share good childcare practice with colleagues, display exemplary behaviour and act as a role model to junior staff.
Provide high quality care and activities for children which recognise both individual and group requirements in a secure, safe and stimulating environment.
Organise activities, both inside and outside the nursery, which encourages creativity, development, co-ordination, independence, self-expression, and learning through play.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the EYFS framework (including the Safeguarding & Welfare Requirements), for guidance in your practice.
Work in partnership with parents and carers, recognising that parents are their children’s first educators, and encourage parental involvement in the nursery.
Be aware of Safeguarding issues and follow the nursery’s Safeguarding procedures.
Ensure close monitoring of children about whom there are concerns.
Work in partnership with other early years professionals and outside agencies.
Prepare and serve food and drinks for children, encouraging good nutrition and sociable eating.
Assist children with personal care, including changing nappies, assisting with potty training and other associated welfare duties.
Carry out on-going cleaning of the nursery, toys and equipment.
Fully comply with the nursery’s outings policy to ensure the safety of children outside nursery premises. Be responsible for the management of trips and outings as appropriate e.g., by deploying staff appropriately, maintaining documentation, briefing staff and parents/carers in advance, taking appropriate action to minimise any risks.
Requirements:
A minimum of level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalentExperience of working in a childcare setting
Experience in being a Room Leader in a nursery setting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Key Benefits:
Attendance bonus paid monthly.Amazing discounts across retail, leisure and utilities
Termly Employee Appreciation Incentives
Wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme
Your Birthday off after 1 years’ service
Sick Pay
Increased holiday allowance with length of service
Discounted childcare across all our sites
Free parking on site
Development opportunities in a rapidly growing company
Opportunities to study and gain qualifications through us
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.00-£14.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
ChildcareCompany events
Company pension
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Sick pay
Schedule:
Day shiftMonday to Friday
No weekends
please apply with your CV and we will return to you within 3 working days.
Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: £29,120.00-£30,160.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pensionOn-site parking
Referral programme
Flexible language requirement:
English not required
Education:
Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
Nursery: 1 year (preferred)Nursery experience: 1 year (preferred)
Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.00-£14.50 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)