Qualified Nursery Practitioner – Level 3

Qualified Nursery Practitioner
Salary £25k

We are recruiting for a Qualified Nursery Practitioner – Level 3, for an ‘Outstanding’ nursery School, located within distance to Orpington

The nursery is open all year round, 7 am – 7 pm, only closed at weekends and bank holidays. Shifts can start between 6:45 am and 10 am, finishing between 3:45 pm and 7 pm. Shifts are 9 hours with an hour unpaid lunch break.

Duties:
– Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in the nursery
– Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and educational programs
– Supervise and engage children in play, both indoors and outdoors
– Assist with feeding, diapering, and personal care routines
– Monitor children’s health and well-being, including administering medication if necessary
– Communicate with parents and provide updates on their child’s progress
– Maintain a clean and organised nursery space

SKILLS:
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with children, parents, and colleagues
– Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment for children
– Strong organisational skills to plan and implement activities
– Patience, empathy, and understanding when working with young children
– Ability to handle emergencies calmly and follow safety protocols
– Knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

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