Location: Walthamstow, London
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Salary: £27,000–£30,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Full-time (4 Days a Week)
Holiday: Five weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays
The Formative Few is recruiting an Early Years Practitioner for an independent, Ofsted Outstanding nursery in Walthamstow.
This is a full-time position within a supportive and established nursery team. The successful candidate will help provide a safe, caring and engaging environment where children can learn, play and develop in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
The role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will work closely with children, parents and colleagues to provide high-quality care and early education. You will support children's individual needs, interests and stages of development while contributing to a positive and stimulating nursery environment.
Key responsibilities
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Engaging, playing and communicating with children to support their learning and development
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Planning and delivering activities based on children's individual interests and developmental needs
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Working in line with the EYFS and the nursery's policies and procedures
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Acting as a key person and building secure relationships with your key children
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Completing observations and maintaining accurate learning and development records
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Identifying appropriate next steps for children's learning
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Supporting children with personal care, toileting, mealtimes and daily routines
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Promoting children's independence and emotional wellbeing
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Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health, safety, hygiene and cleanliness
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Developing positive and professional relationships with parents and carers
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Working effectively as part of the wider nursery team
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Helping to prepare, organise and maintain the nursery environment and resources
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Attending relevant training, staff meetings and occasional nursery events outside normal working hours
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Maintaining confidentiality and following xgikmsk all nursery policies and procedures
About you
The nursery is looking for someone who is caring, reliable and genuinely passionate about working with young children.
You should have:
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A relevant Early Years Qualification (Level 3 or above)
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Previous experience working with children in an Early Years or nursery environment
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A good understanding of the EYFS
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A clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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The ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
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A proactive, flexible and dependable approach
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Nursery Teacher employer: The Formative Few
The Formative Few, representing a leading nursery group in Southfields, offers an exceptional work environment for Nursery Practitioners (Level 3+) with a strong focus on employee development and well-being. With a commitment to structured progression, comprehensive training, and an industry-leading benefits package, this nursery fosters a collaborative and supportive culture that prioritises the growth of both children and staff. Join a team where your passion for early years education is valued and rewarded, making a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.
