Are you passionate about caring for children? We're looking for a full time, qualified nursery practitioner to join our team at our cosy nursery in Cwmbran
Each day, you will be making a difference to children's lives as you support them to learn, play and grow. No two days will be the same as you work in the room with the children, using your experience to care for them, track their progress and plan fun activities to support their development.
You should have a good knowledge of the EYFS, be self-motivated and imaginative.
You must have a relevant and recognised Level 3 qualification in early years/childcare (please note, Health and Social Care is not a relevant qualification for this role). We would consider candidates with a Level 2 qualification if they are willing to work towards a Level 3 qualification.
This is for a full time position of 40 hours per week, throughout the year.
Your day to day responsibilities in this role will include:
* Supported supervision of children aged 0-2
* Supervising and monitoring the safety of the children.
* Feeding and changing the children, as needed.
* Planning day to day activities.
* Building strong relationships with parents.
* Keeping records of children's progress, routines, and interests.
* Singing either in tune or out of tune.
Desired Skills
* Good communication skills
* Ability to communicate on a variety of levels - between parents, children and colleagues
* Awareness of safeguarding
* Willingness to learn
Desired personal qualities
* Genuine desire to work in the children sector
* Have a good sense of humour
* Ability to work under pressure
* Friendly and outgoing
* Patient
Why work with us?
* Competitive salary.
* Company pension contributions.
* Guaranteed holiday allowance.
* Christmas off.
* Staff appreciation events throughout the year.
* We will work with you to provide the training that you need to progress your career.
* Uniform provided.
* On site parking available.
We take safeguarding seriously, so the successful candidate will be subject to references and an enhanced DBS check.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.30-£12.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Cwmbran: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
* Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
* Management: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person