Nursery Practitioner Level 3 (Early Years Educator)

Are you a passionate Early Years Educator or Nursery Practitioner looking to positively impact young children's lives? Katey's Nursery and Preschool is seeking a motivated Nursery Practitioner to join our dynamic team. You'll create a nurturing environment and implement engaging activities that support children's growth and well-being. What can we offer you as a Nursery Practitioner:

• Up to 28 days holiday a year
• Free smart Katey's house uniform
• Free daily lunch and drinks
• Ongoing CPD opportunities
• Guidance and support from highly skilled and experienced team members
Job role description for Nursery Practitioner:
• Support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with daily operations and administration.
• Adhere to company policies, Children Act, Health & Safety legislation, Ofsted guidelines, and National Standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and promote the EYFS to create a nurturing environment for children's play, learning, and development.
• Build strong partnerships with families to support learning inside and outside the classroom.
• Conduct age-appropriate activities, follow the curriculum, and use lesson plans and assessment tools effectively.
• Complete termly children's assessments and participate in in-person parents' evenings.
• Supervise and guide children, promoting positive behaviour and assisting with toilet needs as required.
• Greet children and parents daily, ensuring safety and well-being.
• Represent the nursery professionally and attend staff meetings, training, and community events.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe environment for children to play & learn.
• , This role would be suitable for qualified Nursery Practitioners, Nursery Nurses and Early Years Educators.
Katey's Nursery & Pre-School is committed to the safeguarding of children, therefore all appointments are subject to receiving an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), as well as appropriate references and undertaking a Paediatric first aid training (provided by the company). Our commitment to safer recruitment practices is reinforced by our adherence to key legislation designed to protect vulnerable individuals.


• A level 3 or above childcare qualification
• A passion for children's education and care, and a commitment to inclusivity
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Enthusiasm to reflect on and constantly improve practice and to lead by example
• An ability to safeguard and protect children
• A flexible and can-do attitude - no two days are ever the same!
  
  Benefits for Nursery Practitioner:
• Fun company events
• Cycle to work scheme - discounts on cycles
• Childcare discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Pal Perks - get paid for staff referrals (both members)