Nursery Practitioner
| Posting date: | 07 May 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 June 2025 |
| Location: | Eastleigh |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1299111220 |
Summary
Nursery Practitioner – Level 2 or 3
Salary: £25,400-£28,000.
40 hours per week
We are seeking a nurturing and dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join our client’s growing Nursery team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating a safe and enriching environment for young children to learn and grow. This role is for 40 hours a week with a salary of £25,400-£28,000.
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education (e.g., CACHE, NVQ).
- Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development principles.
- Experience working with young children in a nursery or early years setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team.
- Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, and Food Hygiene certifications (preferred but not required).
What’s On Offer
- Onsite parking
- Wellbeing support and programme
- Lunch provided while on shift
- Christmas and New Years closure
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and our Child Led Curriculum
- Observe, assess, and record each child’s progress and development.
- Provide a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes learning through play.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards within the nursery.
- Follow safeguarding procedures and report any concerns to the designated safeguarding lead.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the smooth running of the nursery.
- Communicate effectively with parents and carers, providing updates on their child’s development and well-being.
- Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and other development opportunities.
- Keep accurate records of children’s development and progress.
- Support with administrative tasks, such as accident forms, attendance records, and planning documentation.
Reference: WILL113585/EC (JR)
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