Description
Summary
Description
Early Years Practitioner
Job Reference
0000000584
Location
GIDEA PARK PREP SCHOOL
Closing Date
10/01/2025
Details
Activity
Early Years Practitioner
Description
Early Years Practitioner
Hours
40
Weeks Per Year
0
Location
GIDEA PARK PREP SCHOOL
Maximum Salary
£28,000
Contract Type
Contract with ILG- Permanent
Job Description
Nursery: Gidea Park Nursery, RM2
Position(s): Nursery Practitioner, Full-Time
Salary: £24,000 - £28,000 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks per year
You will need a minimum Level 3 qualification (DfE Early Years Qualification Framework approved).
This is a year-round nursery role and is not term-time only.
**About Us**
Gidea Park Nursery is a well-established early years setting located in the heart of Romford. We provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our dedicated team strives to support each child's individual development through play-based learning activities. We are committed to maintaining high standards of care and education within our Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' nursery.
**Benefits**
Benefits
At Gidea Park Nursery, we believe in rewarding our hardworking and passionate team to foster a nurturing and inclusive work environment. Our benefits package includes:
a competitive salary with annual reviews
discounted childcare
generous holiday allowance
access to healthcare and wellness support
a range of discounts across various brands and services.
daily free lunches for all staff
and more!
**Responsibilities**
Plan, create, and implement engaging activities for children aged 3 months to 5 years
Keep detailed records of children's progress and reflect on learning practices
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with parents and carers
Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and hygiene, following all child protection and safeguarding guidelines
Provide support and collaborate with fellow nursery staff
**Requirements**
Full and Relevant Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification (essential)
Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Assistant or similar)
Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the Early Years Framework
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.
Gidea Park Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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