Early Years Practitioner - Croydon

Early Years Practitioner – Gingerbread House Day Nursery, South Croydon

Welcome Bonus £1,000 (T&CS Apply)

We are recruiting for passionate and dedicated full time or part time qualified Level2 and Level 3 Early Years Practitioners/ Nursery Nurses at our Gingerbread House Day Nursery, CR2 0RJ

Children are at the heart of our approach in everything that we do and aspire to. One of our ethos statements is “We have the courage to put children before anything else”, and this truly sets the tone for how we value the children that we care for.   As a practitioner you will be supported to work within ‘The Curiosity Approach’ to support children to gain confidence and encourage curiosity  and prepare them for a life and love of learning.

Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner – What we can offer YOU!

• A friendly and supportive team
• Opportunities for professional development and training –3 CPD courses per year 
• Online Learning Journals with eyLog  and paperless planning
• A competitive salary, free uniform, separate staff areas
• 1 week closure over Christmas
• Discounted childcare
• Free breakfast and main meal on days of work

Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner – Key Responsibilities

• To work in partnership with parents and carers
• Assist in ensuring the nursery provides a safe, happy and stimulating environment for individual children and enables them to meet their full potential. 

• To observe, plan and evaluate appropriately for children’s development using birth to 5 matters.
• Maintain accurate and effective children’s records, using formative and summative assessments.
• Ensure that the nutritional needs of the children are met and Food Safety Regulations are complied with.
• Undertake a shared responsibility for health, safety and cleanliness throughout the nursery.

Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner – Qualifications & Experience Required

• You must hold a minimum Level 3 childcare qualification
• Have a desire to work with an organisation that respects individuality and creativity
• Want to work for a leading childcare organisation with an independent feel
• Have a sound knowledge and understanding of EYFS  
• Experience and passion for Early Years

If you feel you have what it takes to be considered for this role please apply today.