LEVEL 3 NURSERY PRACTITIONER: YMCA DERBYSHIRE
COMMUNITY ACTION NOW LTD · St Marks, FL · 2 mo ago
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We welcome you to YMCA Derbyshire, where we believe everyone should have a fair chance to discover who they are and what they can become. We support young people, individuals, and families across Derby and Derbyshire by providing the foundations they need to rebuild, grow, and thrive through housing, family and youth work, support services, and training and education.
About the role
We are looking for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our team. This role involves providing high-quality early years childcare and education services in our nurseries, supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in a safe and nurturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Plan, deliver, and evaluate age-appropriate activities for children in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment that encourages children’s learning and development.
- Observe, assess, and record children’s progress, sharing insights with parents and carers.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to support children’s individual needs.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health, and safety at all times.
- Contribute to the smooth running of the nursery, including daily routines, hygiene, and operational tasks.
Requirements
- A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification or equivalent.
- Experience working in an early years setting, preferably within a nursery or childcare environment.
- Knowledge of the EYFS framework and a passion for child-led learning.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Flexibility, creativity, and a proactive approach to supporting children’s development.
Benefits
- Salary of £24,784.50 per annum (£12.71 per hour).
- 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
For further details, please refer to the Job Description and advert.