Nursery Practitioner

We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join a brand-new, purpose-built nursery in Balham. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a new team from the very beginning, helping to shape the culture, routines, and environment of a growing nursery.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional care and education, creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children can learn, develop, and thrive.

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• Deliver high-quality care and learning in line with the EYFS framework.
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• Plan and support engaging activities that promote children's development.
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• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
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• Observe, assess, and record children's progress.
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• Ensure the nursery environment is safe, clean, and welcoming.
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• Promote children's wellbeing and safeguard them at all times.
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• Work collaboratively as part of the nursery team to maintain high standards of care and education.
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• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare.
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• Good knowledge of the EYFS framework.
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• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
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• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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• Reliable, enthusiastic, and committed to delivering high-quality childcare.
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They believe in investing in our people and offer an excellent benefits package, including:

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• Competitive salary
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• 22 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service)
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• Paid overtime
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• Paid sick leave
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• Birthday leave
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• Staff childcare discount
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• Medical cashback plan covering you and up to four children
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• Life insurance
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• AVIVA pension scheme
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• Perkbox membership with exclusive discounts and wellbeing benefits
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• Modern, purpose-built nursery facilities
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• Funded qualifications, continuous professional development, and career progression opportunities
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