Nursery Practitioner – n22

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will work closely with the senior team to provide high-quality care and education within a nursery setting. You will be supported through ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development.

Purpose of the Role: To deliver engaging, high-quality childcare that supports children’s development while maintaining excellent levels of care, supervision, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out observations and assessments to support a child-centred approach to learning and development
• Plan and deliver activities in line with the EYFS framework
• Act as a key person, building strong relationships with children, families, and professionals
• Ensure all safeguarding, health & safety, and regulatory requirements are followed
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to children’s development tracking
• Promote positive behaviour and support children’s emotional wellbeing
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to ensure smooth day-to-day running of the setting
• Support hygiene standards, room preparation, and general nursery duties
• Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and external professionals
• Engage in ongoing training and professional development

Key Duties

• Ensure children are safe, supported, and engaged at all times
• Deliver high-quality early years practice, including for children with additional needs
• Carry out risk assessments and maintain a safe environment
• Support mealtimes and daily routines in line with policies
• Follow safeguarding procedures and report any concerns appropriately
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and supervision meetings

Essential Experience

• Previous experience working in an early years setting
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Experience with observations, planning, and record keeping
• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours)

Desirable Experience

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and inspection processes
• Experience working within structured policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
• Paediatric First Aid (essential)
• Safeguarding/Child Protection training (essential)
• Food Hygiene (or willingness to obtain)
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Personal Attributes

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Passionate about childcare and early years development
• Reliable, organised, and proactive
• Ability to build strong working relationships
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally