Nursery Practitioner

Based in Redhill, my client is looking to recruit enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to work at their well-established and reputable nursery.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To provide indoor and outdoor play experiences for the children in line with the policies of the Nursery and the guidelines of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• To participate in activity planning and implementation under the supervision and direction of the Lead Practitioner.
• To help monitor the all-round development of the children through the key person system, regular observations and record keeping.
• To help maintain the safety, security, physical and emotional welfare of the children in the Nursery and garden environments.
• To bring to the immediate attention of the Lead Practitioner and/or Manager, any incidents or accidents.
• To arrange for any individual to receive immediate first-aid and informing the Manager as appropriate.
• To work positively with team members.
• To act in the interests of your own safety & the safety of others at all times
• To support, supervise and assist all students in the Nursery, giving practical help and advice with assessments.
• To inform the Manager if staffing levels are not met because of an emergency.
• To maintain an up to date knowledge of current childcare issues, legislation and practices.
• Anything else reasonably requested by the management of the organisation

Person Specification & Key Competencies

• Level 3 qualification in childcare
• An understanding of the developmental needs of children
• Basic Knowledge of health and safety
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding good practice

Location: Redhill

Salary: £23,300 - £26,300 per annum

Hours: Full-time

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