Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner (Level 3)

Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week (potential part time), All Year Round

Are you a passionate, caring and enthusiastic childcare professional looking for your next opportunity in Early Years?

An established and successful child-led nursery is seeking dedicated Nursery Practitioners to join its supportive and forward-thinking team. Caring for children aged 6 months to 4 years, the nursery prides itself on creating a warm, nurturing environment where children can thrive through play, exploration and discovery.

The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing while helping to create a positive and stimulating environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the continuous development of a child-led EYFS curriculum.
• Building strong and collaborative partnerships with parents and carers.
• Ensuring children are safe, happy and well cared for at all times.
• Delivering engaging activities through crafts, singing, storytelling and play.
• Encouraging children to explore their interests and develop confidence and independence.
• Contributing positively to the day-to-day running of the nursery.

About You

The successful candidate will be:

• Reliable, conscientious and professional.
• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
• Creative, proactive and committed to a career in childcare.
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills.

Essential Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent qualification).

Benefits

The successful applicant will enjoy an excellent package of benefits, including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual appraisal and career development reviews.
• Financial support for continued professional development and further qualifications.
• Study support and mentoring opportunities.
• Complimentary lunch and refreshments during working hours.
• Ongoing career progression opportunities.
• Wellbeing initiatives designed to support a healthy work-life balance.

Safeguarding

The employer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory pre-employment screening.

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role.

Connaught Education is a trading brand of Connaught Resourcing and operates as an Employment Business and an Employment Agency. We are a committed equal opportunities employer who respect and value cultural diversity. We are committed to supporting the welfare of children and young people. In support of current Safeguarding legislation we will carry out background checks and an Enhanced DBS Disclosure as part of our recruitment and selection procedures.