Nursery Practitioner in Kent

Tiger Primary School is a ‘Good’ school in the heart of Loose, Maidstone with over 450 children aged 4 to 11. The curriculum is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, rich in real-life experiences and opportunities. Understand that every child deserves to experience a sense of accomplishment in a wide range of areas. The enriched curriculum reflects this belief, offering an excellent balance between academic and personal development.

Tiger Primary value each and every child as an individual, ensuring that they are supported throughout their own unique educational journey. Children and staff share a genuine love of learning, thriving in an environment built upon the school values (Teamwork, Independence, Going beyond the expected, Empathy, Resilience).

At Tiger Primary School, they offer a welcoming and inviting space where enthusiastic and happy children fill our classrooms. Passionate for learning is evident in their commitment to enable ALL children to achieve their very best. The staff at Tiger care deeply about the wellbeing and development of all young people, fostering a love for teaching and learning that is truly inspirational.

At Future Schools Trust, we are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who are differently abled, neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, and from different religious or belief backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make our organisation stronger. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you..

What's in it for you?

· A vibrant and exciting place to work

· A friendly and supportive environment

· An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and nationally accredited qualifications

· The support of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools and one Primary School. Alongside Tiger Cubs, our term time only Day Nursery, for children aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to education staff.

· A well-resourced department with schemes of work and resources available.

· An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme

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This post relates to Vacancies at Tiger Cubs Day Nursery, not Tiger Primary School.

Tiger Cubs Day Nursery are looking for Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioners to join our team; the successful applicants will be motivated and enthusiastic individuals with the ability to use their own initiative. We have 2 roles available: 27.5 hours per week and 26 hours per week. The working hours would be around the nursery opening times of Monday-Friday 7:30pm-6:00pm. shift patterns will be discussed at interview.

The main duties of the role include:

· Ensuring the children are cared for in a happy, safe and stimulating environment.

· Working in partnership with parents and also fellow colleagues.

· Maintaining child development and observat17ion records.

· Following and implementing all policies and procedures set out by the nursery.

· Ensuring the key person approach is fully instilled in everyday practice.

The successful candidates must hold a full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification. For details of these qualifications please use the following link: Early years qualifications list: UK only - GOV.UK

Applicants will need to demonstrate some recent experience in a childcare setting which can be referenced and able to demonstrate their knowledge of the developmental and learning needs of young children. You will also need to be a positive role-model to colleagues, students and visitors to the nursery.

The successful candidate will have the following:

· Applicants must want to pursue a career in childcare

· Strive to be a team player

· Be self-motivated in both their studies and workplace

· Show enthusiasm in learning how to create a stimulating, fun, inviting and caring learning environment for young children.

· Trustworthy

· Punctual

· Reliable

· Committed

· Motivated and polite with a smart appearance

Applications will be considered as they are received and therefore this post may be fulfilled before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

How to Apply:

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including neurodivergent individuals. If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you are a great fit for our team, please complete our School Application Form, we are unable to accept CVs. If you would like to take a look around our fantastic facilities and meet the staff that you could be working alongside, please email enquiries@tigercubs.co.uk to arrange a visit.