Job DescriptionWhere little moments make big futures. Be part of a team that helps children discover the world around them through play, creativity, and hands-on experiences. You’ll work in a welcoming, supportive environment where your ideas are heard, your professional development is supported, and your work truly makes an impact.The Garden Room is one of our most recent additions to the Kiddie Capers Childcare group taking a different approach to Early Years education.This small setting offers a cosy, homelike atmosphere inside our nursery, and an expansive, nature-rich forest school area just steps away.As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care and Early Years education for young children. Working as part of a supportive team, you will help create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. You will follow the EYFS framework to support children’s individual development and build strong relationships with both families and colleagues.Hours & Pay:20 hours per wekk (9am-1pm), Monday-Friday£13.50-£14.43 per hourMore about us:Kiddie Capers Childcare has 12 settings located across Sussex from Ardingly to the South Coast. Owned and operated by two local families, Kiddie Capers Childcare provide a truly enriching early years education, where every child’s potential is reached, and individuality is celebrated.At Kiddie Capers we truly believe in living our values every day, our values are,EvolvingTeamworkPositivityIndividualityLead by exampleFunJob RequirementsA minimum of level 2 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalentExperience of working in a childcare settingExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsA commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenJob ResponsibilitiesProvide immediate care for every child and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activitiesAct as a key person, monitoring and recording children’s progressMaintain up-to-date Learning Journeys and individual planningSupport personal care, hygiene, and mealtimesPromote positive relationships with children, parents, and staffFollow safeguarding procedures and monitor child wellbeingEnsure the room is clean, safe, and well-resourcedWork in partnership with parents, carers, and external agenciesEncourage free flow play to support independence and confidenceParticipate in training and ongoing professional developmentJob Benefits30 days holiday, including bank holidays plus increased holiday allowance with length of serviceA dedicated “Me Day” to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or simply to put yourself firstCompany Sick PayDiscounts across retail, leisure and utilitiesTermly Employee Appreciation IncentivesWellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance ProgrammeDiscounted childcare across all our sitesDevelopment opportunities in a rapidly growing company