Senior Nursery Practitioner

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our early childhood education team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children, supporting their developmental needs through engaging activities and personalised care. This role offers an opportunity to utilise your management and leadership skills while making a positive impact on children's lives. The Nursery Practitioner will work closely with colleagues to ensure high standards of childcare and education are maintained at all times.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities that promote physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Supervise children during playtime, meal times, and rest periods, ensuring their safety at all times.
• Foster a warm, welcoming environment that encourages children’s independence and confidence.
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress and daily routines in line with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with parents and guardians to support each child's individual needs and development goals.
• Manage daily operational tasks such as organising resources, cleaning play areas, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Lead by example in demonstrating excellent childcare practices, supporting team members in their roles.
• Contribute to the organisation’s management team by participating in staff meetings and training sessions.
• Occasionally assist with transporting children using company-approved vehicles when necessary.

Skills

• Proven experience working with children within a nursery or early childhood education setting.
• Strong management and leadership abilities to oversee daily activities effectively.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written, to interact confidently with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Knowledge of child development principles and childcare regulations.
• Ability to organise tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
• Compassionate approach with a genuine passion for early childhood education.
• Good driving skills are desirable for transporting children or supplies when required.
• Ability to work as part of a team while also demonstrating initiative independently. This role offers an enriching environment where your skills can flourish whilst making a meaningful difference in young lives through quality childcare and early education practices.

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

Pay: £21,000.00-£33,250.33 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme

Work Location: In person