Early years practitioner - Nursery Nurse - Cricklewood

Salary range: £27,000 - £31,000 - depending on ability, qualification, and level of experience and competence.

Hours: 7.45am to 5.00pm and 8.45am to 6.00pm on a weekly shift pattern.

They are happy to consider experienced unqualified, Level 2 and Level 3 candidates.

They offer a competitive pay package, a warm and nurturing environment, six weeks’ paid holiday per annum, opportunities for professional development, training and career progression, and exceptional support for your growth as a reflective nursery practitioner

Overview of Job Description:

We are looking for experienced and confident practitioners to work in our beautiful Montessori environment with children aged 18 months to 2 ½ years and 2 ½ years to 5 years. You will be responsible for preparing a nurturing and fun learning environment. Your duties will include recording and evaluating children’s progress, supporting the development of early language, updating the records of your key children, and meet regularly to discuss their progress with their parents and other professionals where appropriate.

•We require a positive disposition and an ability to engage with young children and their families.

•You must have good knowledge of child development theories and be able to apply your knowledge by planning developmentally appropriate activities.

•You must have a good understanding of how to meet their physical and emotional needs.

•Your interpersonal skills, and your ability to communicate effectively; work harmoniously within your team; with other colleagues; with parents and external professionals is a required criteria for success in this role.

•It is essential that you can consistently deliver high quality of work, through your commitment and passion.

•We value creativity, a joyful personality and a commitment to personal and professional development.

Applicants must have previous professional experience and hold relevant qualification in early years or be working towards one. We will be happy to support candidates to train, and achieve formal qualifications, if they have relevant experience, and a passion for working with children.

Requirements

• Qualified Early Years Educator or above
• Experience in early years setting
• Passionate about childcare and development
• Available year-round
• Suitable references and DBS

Best Start Recruitment want to help you to make the right choice in your next career move. If you meet the criteria set above, or would like Early Years Career advice please apply ASAP for an informal and confidential chat.

We cater for all Early Years jobs and currently have Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, QTS, Montessori, Room Leader and Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse vacancies