Job Description

Nursery practitioners provide care for children up to 5 years old. They assist in many aspects of their daily lives, through social, emotional, educational and practical interaction, nurturing and guidance. This is done from a variety of settings, but most often in preschools and nurseries. Helping to oversee, maintain and organise a clean, tidy, child-friendly environment, nursery nurses supervise activities, such as messy play, crafts, cooking, reading and outdoor/physical pursuits. And because parents may feel like they're missing out on their young child's development, nursery practitioner also plan, observe and keep records that inform parents and carers about their child's day. - Varied range of positions available for either day-to-day or long-term supply - Part-time & full-time - Flexible hours to fit around holiday and home commitments - Must be NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualified OR Equivalent - Due to the location of our nurseries, being a driver is beneficial but not essential. Deliver a range of play opportunities in a safe and caring environment in accordance with the EYFS. Contribute to the planning and researching of activities and play opportunities that develop children's individual needs.Ensure that all equipment and toys are appropriate for their purpose, well maintained and meet safety standards. Ensure that appropriate information relating to children is shared with their parents/carers. To comply with the safeguarding policy and procedures.To assist in planning on a long, medium and short term basis, and assessing and monitoring the children's progress.