Early Years Practitioner

About the company

An established and reputable independent day nursery has an urgent need for an Early Years Practitioner based in Cricklewood, North West London. The nursery offer care for children aged between 3 months to 5 years and are open all year round.

Your tasks

As an Early Years Practitioner, your duties will include:

• Communicating with your Manager on any day-to-day issues in relation to your role.
• Being aware of OFSTED national standards.
• Implementing and supporting the nursery policies.
• Maintaining up to date records on children attending the nursery.
• Being responsible for housekeeping duties.
• Working effectively with other team members and support each other.
• Working in partnership with parents for the benefit of the children.
• Promoting a professional image of the nursery.
• Assisting in the organisation and attending out of hours meetings and training sessions when requested to do so by the Nursery Manager.
• Supporting the management ethos.
• Undertaking any duties set to you by the management team that will assist in the day to day running of the nursery.

Requirements

We are looking for candidates seeking full-time opportunities and can start work within a month! If you have a passion for childcare and looking for a new and exciting challenge and really want to develop your career, there is an opportunity for you.

What we’re looking for in an Early Years Practitioner:

• Minimum Level 2 Early Years Educator qualification (or other full and relevant Early Years qualification)
• Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Paediatric First Aid (preferred)
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation governing childcare (e.g., Safeguarding)

What we offer

• Term-time only or all year-round option
• Flexible working hours
• Performance based annual salary review
• Automatic enrolment into a pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Excellent pay and reward scheme
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free daily breakfast and refreshments
• Individual Christmas and birthday present

How to apply

To apply for this role as Early Years Practitioner, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV.

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