Early Years Practitioner
Ilford
£24,000-£25,000pa
Full Time (37 hours)

We are currently working with a family-run day nursery located in Ilford, Essex. The nursery caters to children aged between 3 months and 5 years and are looking to add an energetic and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to their growing team. .

Summary
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in delivering rich learning opportunities and exceptional care to help children develop and meet their individual needs. You will work in a collaborative environment, ensuring that the nursery provides a stimulating and inspiring experience for all children.

Benefits

• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Worker discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rich learning opportunities and exceptional care for children.
• Make accurate and effective assessments to reflect the needs, interests, and stages of development of each child.
• Ensure an enabling environment with consistent, stimulating, and inspiring activities both indoors and outdoors.
• Incorporate and demonstrate British Values through Early Years Foundation Stage learning and play.
• Safeguard and promote the health, safety, and welfare of children in line with our policies and procedures.
• Adhere to internal policies and external legislation and guidelines from governing bodies.
• Promote and follow guidelines for managing behaviour, supporting children in managing their own feelings and behaviours.
• Work in partnership with colleagues, parents, carers, and other professionals to meet the individual needs of children.
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication at all levels.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions for continuous professional development.
• Assist in completing essential day-to-day tasks such as hygiene standards and room preparation.
• Provide support for colleagues within the nursery and the broader business.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 2 or Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Childcare.
• Understanding of a play-based approach to children’s learning and development.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and child protection procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience of working within the Early Years Sector.
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and embrace new ways of doing things.

If this role is of interest to you, please do not hesitate to apply as the nursery are looking to interview immediately.