Early Years Practitioner

3 weeks ago


Preston, United Kingdom Grasshoppers Nursery Full time

About the Early Years Practitioner role:

- As an organised and enthusiastic individual you will assist with the care and education of children in our high quality sessional care setting adhering to all relevant policies and procedures and legislative requirements.
- You will contribute to the planning, organisation and provision of appropriate play and educational activities following children’s interests, promoting individualised learning opportunities and observing and assessing children regularly.

Responsibilities of our Early Years Practitioner:

- Be responsible for the supervision of children at play (indoor and outdoor) and at mealtimes, providing personal care to children whilst at the same time providing opportunities for them to develop their independence.
- Contribute to the planning and delivery of relevant and current curriculum frameworks.
- Take responsibility for planning, tracking and evaluating the learning and development of key children and setting individual targets.
- Contribute to creating a comfortable, safe, stimulating and nurturing environment which takes into consideration each family’s ethnic and cultural background and each child’s individual needs.
- Contribute to setting up and tidying up the provision before and after each session, leaving the nursery clean and tidy.
- Operate an effective key person system, creating and maintaining partnerships with parents/carers and partner agencies encouraging their involvement and engagement in the centre’s work.
- Provide information to customers as required, including dealing with parents and report any safeguarding incidents or concerns in line with policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records and information in relation to centre activities including each child’s progress.

What you’ll need as our Early Years Practitioner:
Alongside an NVQ Level 3/2 in Childcare or equivalent qualification you will also need to evidence that you have relevant experience of working with children aged 0-5 years in an early years childcare setting. Your communication skills, flexible approach and flair for building relationships will really set you apart.

Join us on our journey to a brighter future. By working together, with each other and with our communities, we can take pride in improving lives.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have a NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent qualification? Please provide details.
- Do you have relevant experience of working with children aged 0-5 years in an early years childcare setting?
- What is your current notice period?

Hiring Insights

Urgently needed

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 40 per week

**Salary**: £9.50-£9.80 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Preston, PR2 9WT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Expected start date: 03/01/2023



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