Nursery Key Worker: Play, Learning & Growth in Milton Keynes

At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same. For this role, you will ideally hold a Level 2 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and understand that all children are unique and their achievements should be celebrated while they feel cherished and well cared for.

Duties

• To work as part of a team and act as key worker for a group of children – observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence.
• To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning.
• To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promote children’s physical, intellectual and emotional development.
• To ensure planned activities are drawn from children’s next steps, observations and interests as required within the EYFS framework.
• To support each child in developing self‑esteem, confidence and feelings of competence.
• To provide a positive model of behaviour by treating children, families and one another with friendliness, care and courtesy.
• To maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of current issues, legislation and practices through attending regular training and workshops that promote personal and professional development.
• To be aware of hygiene standards and ensure that these are met in accordance with Caring Kindergartens policies.
• To work collaboratively with fellow colleagues to create a positive, proactive and effective nursery team.

Qualifications

• A suitable Level 2 childcare qualification, recognised by the Department for Education.
• A good understanding of the EYFS.
• Excellent understanding of the English language, spoken and written.
• A good understanding of safeguarding practices.
• Previous childcare experience in an early year setting.
• Cleared DBS check.
• The ability to extend children’s learning through high quality experiences and activities.
• Ability to manage a group of key children.
• Good communication skills with both adults and children.
• Commitment to reflective practice and self‑development.

Benefits

• A brilliant work culture, celebrating success and achievements of our teams and the individuals within them.
• We consider ourselves to be like a family, therefore we care about everyone and their well‑being, as happy staff make happy children.
• We offer a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out.
• We guarantee you time off over the festive period.
• We’ll provide you with the training and access to platforms you require to carry out your role, and regularly meet to check in with how you are getting on.
• We are invested in your development, tailoring your individual journey, with opportunities across our chain of nurseries.
• We can provide you with access to our NURTURE programme, preparing you to step into your next position within Early Years.
• Your health and well‑being are very important to us, offering ongoing internal support, along with an Employee Assistance Programme.
• We have an internal employee app to support staff to manage work rotas, book annual leave, access documents and policies, along with its very own social media platform.
• Day One Inclusion – Every member of staff has the same rights as everyone else from their very first day with Caring Kindergartens.