Early Years Nursery Practitioner (Band 3)

Job summary An enthusiastic, caring, highly motivated childcare practitioner is required to join our busy nursery team. The successful candidate must hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Childhood Studies and have previous post qualifying experience of working with children aged 0 - 60 months within a day nursery setting. A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage is essential.The hours required are per week working different shift patterns to meet the needs of the service. This post is to cover maternity leave.Fixed Term: 12 month contractWe are rated 'Good' by Ofsted and are proud of our nursery, we would love you to come and join our team! Main duties of the job To care for children in accordance with their individual physical, social and psychological needs. To work within NHS, Early Years Foundation Stage and Ofsted's national, regional and local guidelines relating to Day Nursery Provision. To take every reasonable opportunity to maintain existing expertise and develop new skills as appropriate. About us Working for the NHS has many benefits includingGenerous holiday entitlementGood pension schemeAccess to Employee Health and Wellbeing servicesTeam events including days out and colleague recognition Job description Job responsibilities For further information and full details of the role please see attached the job description and person specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential CACHE Level 3 Early Childhood Studies or equivalent Desirable Basic Food Hygiene Current Paediatric First Aid Certificate Safeguarding or any other relevant training applicable to Early Years. Experience Essential Previous post qualifying experience of working with children 0 - 4 years in a day nursery setting. Desirable Supervising students. Ofsted inspections Safeguarding Skills Essential Good literacy and numeracy required. A high level of communication skills, an ability to work effectively with colleagues and parent/carers. Desirable The skill to provide developmentally appropriate activities, experiences and displays both indoors & outdoors.