Nursery Practitioner Level 3+ New at Caring Kindergartens Daventry
Daventry, Northamptonshire
Full Time, Permanent
£26,020 - £26,873 annually
Until 21 Jul 2025
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Job Description:
At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. From a fairy godmother to a firefighter, no two days are the same.
Applicants should have a Level 3 qualification in childcare, be committed to career development, and understand that each child is unique, deserving recognition and care.
Duties
* Work as part of a team and act as a key worker for a group of children, observing, recording, and assessing their progress with photographic evidence.
* Develop high-quality interactions with children to promote their thinking and learning.
* Plan, prepare, and deliver a variety of play experiences supporting physical, intellectual, and emotional development.
* Ensure activities are based on children's next steps, observations, and interests within the EYFS framework.
* Support each child's self-esteem, confidence, and sense of competence.
* Model positive behaviour, treating children, families, and colleagues with friendliness, care, and courtesy.
* Maintain current knowledge of legislation and best practices through regular training.
* Ensure hygiene standards are met according to Caring Kindergartens policies.
* Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive nursery environment.
Requirements
* Level 3 childcare qualification recognized by the Department for Education.
* Understanding of the EYFS.
* Excellent spoken and written English skills.
* Knowledge of safeguarding practices.
* Previous experience in an early years setting.
* Clear DBS check.
* Ability to extend children's learning through quality experiences.
* Ability to manage a group of key children.
* Good communication skills with adults and children.
* Commitment to reflective practice and self-development.
Our environment fosters fun and learning, supporting development through individual interests and involvement. The nursery is accessible from surrounding areas.
Benefits
* A positive work culture that celebrates success and wellbeing.
* Discounts on high street brands, travel, utilities, and days out.
* 60% discount on nursery fees for employees' children.
* Time off during Christmas and New Year holidays.
* Ongoing training and support, with regular check-ins.
* Opportunities for career progression within our nurseries.
* Access to the NURTURE programme for career development.
* Health and wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programmes.
* An internal app for managing rotas, leave, documents, and social activities.
* Equal rights from day one with our Day One Inclusion policy.
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