Nurse Practitioner in Braintree

NURSERY PRACTITIONER full time – IMMEDIATE START

I am working in partnership with one of my nurseries offering an exciting opportunity for ambitious, motivated and professional 3 qualified practitioners to join our friendly and experienced team. The Nursery provides care for children from 2 to 4 years old, term time only and an additional 12 weeks of the year of holiday provision for 2 to 5 years old.

The role could incorporate managing the holiday provision for the right candidate. This element of the role would include planing activities, ensuring staffing, maintaining a safe and engaging environment, and liaising with parents about the holiday program.

The post requires initiative, patience, flexibility and a desire to become part of a happy and purposeful team.

Referees for short listed applicants will be contacted prior to interviews.

Responsibilities of the post:

• assisting the Room Leaders with all aspects of provision
• supporting preparation of activities providing a safe stimulating environment
• assisting in the dining hall at lunchtime
• assisting in supervising children at mealtimes, encouraging them to eat healthily and developing independence and social skills
• supporting in the provision of a safe, happy and clean environment
• being responsible for reporting all accidents, safety hazards or observations of children who are unwell
• meeting children\’s personal care needs including toileting and nappy changing
• assisting in helping the children to sleep after lunch
• ensuring all health and safety standards are adhered to
• being fully aware of the safeguarding responsibilities

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
• Nursery experience: 1 year (preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (preferred)