NURSERY PRACTITIONER: MORNINGS
* FIXED TERM UNTIL 31/08/2026 (to be reviewed, possible extension)
* MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY - TERM TIME ONLY
* 25 HOURS PER WEEK - 8.00AM - 1.00PM
* £13,900 - £14,500 - dependent on age and experience
About Us
Tender Care is an Ofsted rated 'Good' 74 place, private day nursery, located within 10- minute walk from Croydon town centre. We offer full time and part time care to children aged between 3 months and 5 years of age.
We are looking for someone to be part of our nursery team and community and we offer training and ongoing professional development plus workplace pension. If you are interested in a career in Early Years/Childcare, and are level 2 OR 3 qualified, please forward your CV and availability for interview ASAP.
The Job
We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic qualified nursery practitioners to join our private day care setting in Croydon. This will be at our branch based on Canterbury Road.
You will be working alongside a dedicated and knowledgeable staff team. As a nursery practitioner you are a key member of the nursery team responsible for delivering high quality care and learning opportunities for children, based on the needs and interests of those children. Some of the duties will include:
* Promoting positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues.
* Ensure health and safety and well-being of the children.
* Support the children's development, learning and play.
* Be a key person for a small group of children, carrying out all related responsibilities and building relationships with them and their families.
* Providing inspiration to nursery children through exciting activities in all areas of learning whilst incorporating the EYFS.
* 2 Year Old Progress Checks/ Transfer reports
We are looking for experienced nursery nurses who have an NNEB or possess an NVQ 2 or 3 in childcare to join our growing team.
The following requirements are also essential:
* To have worked with under 5's in a nursery environment.
* Possess an NVQ 2 or 3 in childcare or equivalent.
* The ability to write quality observations.
* Possess a sound knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.
* Planning skills & Tracking skills or experience.
Desirable:
* Possess a rolling DBS
* Paediatric First Aid
* Safeguarding Children
* Knowledge and experience of compiling 2 year old progress checks
* SENCO training
Other:
25 hours a week - 8.00pm - 1.00pm - Monday to Friday
This is a fixed term contract running till 31/08/2026, however there is possible view for extension if mutually agreed.
Benefits:
* Workplace pension
* Discounted Childcare
* Employee of the Month reward scheme
* Increased annual leave with service
* Staff Bonuses
* Staff Outings
* Ongoing professional Development
Salary ranges from £ dependent on age and experience.
Tender Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff, students and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow a Safer Recruitment and Selection Process for all positions and successful applicants will be subject to a complete reference and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to employment.
Tender Care is an equal opportunities employer and we value the skills and perspectives that a diverse and representative workforce brings to us.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13,900.00-£14,500.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Sick pay
Experience:
* Nursery Childcare: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Paediatric First Aid Certification (preferred)
* DBS on update service (preferred)
* Level 2 or 3 in Childcare (required)
Work Location: In person