At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young children's development through engaging activities and nurturing care.
- Company: Cuddles and Care Day Nursery, part of a growing nursery chain.
- Benefits: Statutory holiday leave, extra week after 2 years, and Christmas off.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy opportunities for further training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a fulfilling career.
- Qualifications: Level 2/3 CACHE Childcare or equivalent; experience with children preferred.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Cuddles and Care Day Nursery Chard is part of a growing nursery chain called S&D Childcare Limited and is 1 of 6 nurseries within Somerset. Our nursery caters for children between 3 months and 5 years. Early Years Practitioners are responsible for supporting the development and well‐being of young children, from 3 months to 5 years old at Cuddles and Care Day Nurseries, Little Starlings and Yeovilteenies Day Nursery. They play a crucial role in helping children meet developmental milestones through engaging, safe, and age‐appropriate activities.
Skills and Qualifications
- Level 2/3 CACHE Childcare or equivalent;
- Experience with children in a childcare or nursery setting;
- Background in early childhood education;
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children and parents;
- Valid driver's license for potential driving responsibilities is preferred but not essential;
- Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework;
- Ability to work as part of a team;
- Willing to undergo further training;
- Basic understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
Summary
- Support children's learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework;
- Observe and assess individual children to track their progress;
- Maintain records of children's achievements and areas of development using an online system;
- Build positive relationships with children and their families, fostering trust and open communication;
- Liaise with parents/carers to provide feedback on children's development, progress, and daily activities;
- Ensure the safety, security, and well‐being of the children at all times;
- Follow health and safety protocols, including hygiene standards, first aid, and emergency procedures;
- Support children during daily routines, including mealtimes, toileting, napping, and outdoor play;
- Work effectively as part of a team, attending staff meetings and contributing to the development of the setting;
- Statutory holiday leave plus an extra week after 2 years;
- Christmas off, never work Christmas again.
- Monday to Friday all year round, 40 hours per week.
Impactful Early Years Practitioner (EYFS) in Chard employer: S&D Childcare Limited
Cuddles and Care Day Nursery Chard, part of the expanding S&D Childcare Limited chain, offers a nurturing environment for Early Years Practitioners to thrive. With a strong focus on employee development, our supportive work culture encourages continuous training and collaboration, ensuring that you can make a meaningful impact on children's lives while enjoying generous benefits like extra holiday leave after two years and guaranteed time off during Christmas. Join us in Somerset, where your passion for early childhood education will be valued and rewarded.
