Level 2 Nursery Practitioner
Job Description
Level 2 Nursery Practitioner
Location: Canterbury
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
We are seeking a Level 2 Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and enthusiastic team as soon as possible at our established nursery in Canterbury. As a Level 2 practitioner, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5 years, ensuring their safety and wellbeing, and helping them to develop their social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan, organise and deliver a range of activities and experiences that are age-appropriate and aligned with the EYFS framework
Maintain accurate records and use them to inform future planning and activities
Build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues to ensure a positive and supportive learning environment
Create and maintain a clean and safe learning environment, ensuring that equipment and resources are well-maintained
Work in partnership with parents to support children’s learning and development at home
Adhere to all relevant policies and procedures, including health and safety, safeguarding and data protection
Requirements:
A minimum of Level 2 childcare qualification, such as NVQ Level 2, CACHE Level 2 Diploma in Childcare and Education or equivalent
Good understanding and knowledge of the EYFS framework and its implementation
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with children, colleagues and parents
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute positively to the overall development of the setting
A strong commitment to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and education to children and want to work in a supportive and friendly environment, please apply with your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. We look forward to hearing from you!
The ideal candidate:
** Experience in working with children
** Demonstrate positive behaviour management
** Good communication and organisation skills
** Right to work in the UK
** Enhanced DBS on the Update Service. Candidates without an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service will have to apply for a new one
What you need to do now:
If you’re interested in this role, please click ‘apply now.’
Your consultant will be in touch with you to arrange the next steps in the recruitment process.