Level 3 Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Practitioner

Description

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Practitioner

Location: Derby, Derbyshire

Job Type: Flexible - Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities

Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

Start Date: Immediate starts available

About the Role

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Level 3 Qualified Early Years Practitioners to work across a range of nurseries and early years settings throughout Derby.

We have a variety of opportunities available, including day-to-day cover, short-term assignments and longer-term placements.

Whether you are looking for flexible working to fit around your lifestyle or a more consistent full-time opportunity, we would love to hear from you!

You will play an important role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing, helping to create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, support and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework.

Support children's development across all seven areas of learning.

Provide high-quality care, ensuring children's safety, happiness and wellbeing.

Observe, assess and record children's progress and development.

Support communication, language, physical, social and emotional development.

Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues.

Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.

Support daily nursery routines, including mealtimes, personal care, sleep times and outdoor play.

Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming learning environment.

Follow safeguarding, health and safety and child protection procedures.

Work collaboratively with the nursery team to maintain high standards of care and education.

Essential Requirements

A recognised Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education.

Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting.

Good understanding of the EYFS framework.

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

A genuine passion for working with young children.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A caring, patient, enthusiastic and proactive approach.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and use your own initiative.

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Two professional references.

What We Can Offer

Flexible working opportunities across Derby.

Day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements.

Full-time and part-time opportunities.

Competitive rates of pay.

Opportunities to work across a variety of welcoming nursery settings.

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.

Opportunities to gain further experience and develop your Early Years career.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for passionate Early Years professionals who genuinely enjoy making a difference in children's lives.

Whether you are an experienced Nursery Practitioner or looking to develop your career within Early Years, we would love to hear from you.

Interested? Apply Today!

If you hold a Level 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification and are looking for your next opportunity in Derby, please get in touch. xjnqpsq

Send across your CV or contact us for an informal chat. We would love to help you find your next role

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