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Nursery Practitioner
| Posting date: | 14 May 2025 |
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| Salary: | £26,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 June 2025 |
| Location: | Holy Cross Church Ferrymead Gardens UB6 9NJ Greenford London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Happy Choo Choo Nursery |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Welcome to Happy Choo Choo Nursery. Our small setting allows us to give each child the individual attention they need to grow and thrive, building strong relationship with both children and their families.
Our team is made up of highly qualified and passionate professionals who support one other and create a positive and collaborative workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
Job Description – Nursery Practitioner
Job Title: Nursery Practitioner
Reports to: Nursery Manager
Location: Happy Choo Choo Nursery Holy Cross Church Ferrymead Gardens UB6 9NJ Greenford, London
Contract Type: Full time – 40 hours/week
Purpose of the Role:
To provide high-quality early years education and care for children aged 0-5 in a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment. Support each child’s development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities to promote learning and development.
Observe, assess, and record children’s progress, identifying any areas of concern.
Ensure the nursery environment is clean, safe, and well-organized.
Work closely with parents and carers, providing updates and support.
Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies and procedures.
Work as part of a team to support all aspects of nursery operations.
Contribute to the planning and evaluation of the curriculum.
Promote equality, inclusion, and the well-being of every child.
Person Specification:
Qualifications & Experience:
Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years
Experience working with children in a nursery or early years setting
Desirable:
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Safeguarding training
Food Hygiene Certificate
Experience with SEN or EAL children
Knowledge
Knowledge of EYFS and child development
Understanding of safeguarding procedures
Skills & Attributes:
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a team and on own initiative
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Caring, patient, and enthusiastic
Creative and flexible
Reliable and punctual
Passionate about early childhood learning
Our team is made up of highly qualified and passionate professionals who support one other and create a positive and collaborative workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
Job Description – Nursery Practitioner
Job Title: Nursery Practitioner
Reports to: Nursery Manager
Location: Happy Choo Choo Nursery Holy Cross Church Ferrymead Gardens UB6 9NJ Greenford, London
Contract Type: Full time – 40 hours/week
Purpose of the Role:
To provide high-quality early years education and care for children aged 0-5 in a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment. Support each child’s development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities to promote learning and development.
Observe, assess, and record children’s progress, identifying any areas of concern.
Ensure the nursery environment is clean, safe, and well-organized.
Work closely with parents and carers, providing updates and support.
Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies and procedures.
Work as part of a team to support all aspects of nursery operations.
Contribute to the planning and evaluation of the curriculum.
Promote equality, inclusion, and the well-being of every child.
Person Specification:
Qualifications & Experience:
Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years
Experience working with children in a nursery or early years setting
Desirable:
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Safeguarding training
Food Hygiene Certificate
Experience with SEN or EAL children
Knowledge
Knowledge of EYFS and child development
Understanding of safeguarding procedures
Skills & Attributes:
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a team and on own initiative
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Caring, patient, and enthusiastic
Creative and flexible
Reliable and punctual
Passionate about early childhood learning