Senior Nursery Practitioner
Job Description
We are currently a Senior Nursery Practitioner role in Woodley for a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Nurse. This 60 place Nursery is open 51 weeks a year and is open 0730-1800. This is a full time role working 40 hour a week.
The right candidate will have a minimum of Level 3 qualification and having 12 months experience would be an advantage, although not necessary as full training will be available.
You must be passionate and motivated to make a real difference to the children in our care and to make a big contribution to the team. You must be able to effectively organise daily routines, engage the children in an array of exciting, educational and creative activities, have sound knowledge of the EYFS which is implemented through your planning, build strong and trusted relationships with not only the children but their families and enjoy working as part of a fun, driven and committed team.
Nursery Practitioner Duties include but not limited to:
1. viewing planning sheets and record keeping of all the staff in your room
2. Ensuring routines are being followed and run smoothly
3. Ensuring new decisions are taken on board and maintained in the room at all times
4. Ensuring that all policies and procedures are being followed by all staff
5. Being an excellent role model to the other staff in your room
Nursery PractitionerRequirements:
6. Level 3 qualification in childcare education
7. Experience of providing play and learning opportunities for children.
8. Good interpersonal skills and an ability to be organised and efficient
9. The ability to support trainees through mentoring and coaching
10. Acting as Key-worker and to observe
11. A working knowledge of the Children’s Act.
12. Experience working with toddlers or pre school
13. Good communication skills both with children and parents
14. Ability to form good interactions with children and use own initiative
15. Knowledge of Ofsted requirements and the EYFS is a must
On offer:
16. 28 days holiday
17. Flexible shift patterns
18. Excellent career opportunities and support
19. Further training if required
20. Excellent support and career development guidance