My client, a Children’s nursery in Radlett, are seeking a Level 3 qualified Nursery practitioner to join their team. This is a full‑time permanent position, working 40 hours a week. You will be part of a senior team and assist with training junior members of the team. You must have proven experience of working with children under the age of five.
The setting cares for up to 75 children, in four rooms. You will be responsible for a group of key children, ensuring they are progressing inline with the EYFS Guidelines. You will also oversee the staff in your room. Teamwork and good communication are vital to this role, as you will be required to keep records of progress and any events that may occur.
Nursery Practitioner Role
- Provide high quality care and education while promoting health and wellbeing
- Help children achieve the best possible start in life
- Ensure learning is linked to the child’s development
- Plan for age‑appropriate activities
- Communicate with parents/caregivers and other external professionals
Requirements
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be organised and efficient
- Ability to support trainees through mentoring and coaching
- Act as key worker and observe
- Working knowledge of the Children’s Act
- Experience working with toddlers or preschool children
- Good communication skills, both with children and parents
- Ability to form good interactions with children and use own initiative
On Offer
- Annual pay reviews
- Eligibility for targets bonus scheme
- Generous childcare provision with substantial discounts up to 80%
- Excellent in‑house training and career progression opportunities
- Provision of pension scheme auto enrolment
- First DBS paid for
- 35 days holiday (28 days inclusive of bank holidays plus an additional 7 days paid holiday for Christmas closure)
- Compassionate leave (up to 5 days)
- Free car parking on‑site
- Team building events
- Staff performance and recognition scheme
The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
