Harwich Connexions Noahs Nursery are currently looking for passionate nursery practitioner. Please note these roles are all year round ONLY. We are open 8-6 Monday to Thursday and 8 to 5 on Friday's. Harwich Connexions Nurseries are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
To apply for this role you will be passionate about working with children. As a Nursery Practitioner you will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of care and education supporting children's individual learning. You will be a driven and committed individual with a warm and positive approach to child centred learning.
You will have the following experience, skills and attributes -
* Have a full and relevant level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare
* Be an inspiring practitioner with a sound knowledge of child development and the EYFS.
* Hold a current paediatric first aid certificate
* Skills of detecting the wee jiggle
* Commitment to helping children thrive and get the best start in life.
* Be skilled in leading the delivery of all aspects of teaching and learning in early years.
* Roar like a dinosaur or tiger at any given moment.
* Have a creative mind for fun & exciting educational activities
* Previous experience of working with young children and able to work as part of a team.
* Satisfactory Disclosure Barring Services Check and references.
* Be a creative play dough maker
* Have strong written and verbal communication skills
As Nursery Practitioner role responsibilities include –
* Be fully aware of safeguarding
* Provide safe, creative and developmentally appropriate play activities, with regard to health and safety, ensuring that each child is working towards their goals.
* Act as designated key person for an allocated number of children.
* Jumping in muddy puddles to make a bigger splash
* Develop positive partnership with parents and professionals.
* Maintain the safety of children within your care at all times, both indoors and outside.
* Love being covered in paint (and snot)
* Ensure you observe, plan and know children's learning and development to the EYFS.
* Work in a non-discriminatory way, supporting the ideals of equal opportunities and respecting cultures and traditions.
* Experience
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o Proven experience working with children in a nursery or similar setting is essential.- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.- A genuine passion for childcare and commitment to providing the highest standards of care.- Ability to manage challenging situations calmly and effectively while maintaining professionalism.As part of the nursery team you will be eligible for the following benefits -
* Increasing holiday scheme.
* Discounted childcare at our nurseries
* Ongoing professional development, training and promotional opportunities.
* Uniform provided.
* Nursery Practitioners will be part of a community run, not for profit business with a positive, friendly outlook.
* Have free cuddles at any given moment.
If you are enthusiastic about nurturing young minds and making a positive impact on their early years, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as a Nursery Practitioner.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
Experience:
* Childcare: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* DBS (preferred)
Work Location: In person