Senior Nursery Practitioner (Level 3)
Starting Salary: £25,500 (Rising to £27,000 after Successful Probation)

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Nursery Practitioner to join their welcoming team in a beautiful nursery setting that caters to children from six weeks to five years old. The nursery is designed to provide a warm, homely environment that encourages young minds to grow and develop, with a spacious outdoor area equipped with everything from sand pits and mud kitchens to vegetable patches.

As the Senior Nursery Practitioner, you will be a key part of the nursery team, supporting children’s growth and ensuring that each child has a safe, stimulating, and caring experience. You’ll use your expertise to lead activities, provide guidance to other practitioners, and help foster a nurturing environment where children feel valued and supported.

Qualifications and Skills

• Qualification: A Level 3 qualification in Early Years
• Experience in an Early Years Setting: Proven experience in a nursery or childcare setting, with a focus on supporting children’s early development.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and team members.
• Passion for Child Development: A deep commitment to helping children grow, learn, and reach their full potential.

Benefits:

• Company pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted childcare
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programme
• Team events and incentives

Key Responsibilities

• Child Development and Learning: Create, plan, and deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate activities that inspire curiosity, learning, and creativity for each age group.
• Team Leadership and Support: Mentor and support junior practitioners, ensuring high-quality childcare standards are met and encouraging professional development.
• Parent Partnership: Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and guardians, providing updates on their child’s progress and supporting individual needs.
• Safeguarding and Health & Safety: Promote a safe and secure environment by following safeguarding protocols and maintaining the highest standards in health and safety.

Reference: WILL85563/MW

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