At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Room Leader in planning activities and caring for children.
- Company: Join a passionate childcare team at our beautiful nursery in Portswood.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, location weighting, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while stepping into your first management role.
- Qualifications: Level 3 or higher Early Years Qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 29500 - 29500 £ per year.
Are you an Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Educator / Nursery Nurse? Many different titles, but they all mean you do one important job of caring and educating the next generation! Exciting opportunity to further your career and step into your first management role. Our beautiful setting in Portswood is looking for a Senior Nursery Practitioner to support the room leader in our Preschool room to inspire a passionate childcare team, supporting the children's learning and development. If you want to support the important role in educating the next generation, join our Hopscotch family today!
A minimum of a Level 3 or higher Early Years Qualification is required. All successful candidates will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including a fully completed Application Form and DBS Checks.
DUTIES- Assist Room Leader and colleagues with planning activities appropriate for the age group, following all supporting guidelines as laid out in the EYFS.
- Assist in the care, maintenance and cleaning of all toys and equipment within the nursery, recording and reporting any maintenance or safety issues/irregularities.
- Be a responsible, reliable and effective member of staff working flexibly as part of the team.
- Communicate clearly and efficiently with parents/guardians regarding their child’s development, encouraging active participation and interest in their child’s continual development and progress.
- Provide an appealing, creative and stimulating room and environment.
- Ensure all company forms and procedures are filled out correctly.
- Be familiar with and work within all company policies and procedures and report any breach in procedure.
Full Time Role, Monday - Friday
Starting Salary - £29,848.00
Portswood staff receive an additional £0.30/hour location weighting (this is included in salary above; subject to terms).
Senior Early Year Practitioner in Southampton employer: Hopscotch Day Nurseries
As a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner, you will thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment that prioritises child development and safeguarding. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our ongoing training opportunities and collaborative work culture, ensuring you feel valued and empowered in your role. Located in a vibrant community, we offer a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on young lives while enjoying a fulfilling career with like-minded professionals.
