Nursery Practitioner

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Salary: £12.83 per hour
Start Date: Immediate/ Easter 2025 start
Contract: Full-time, permanent (part-time can also be arranged for the right candidate)

Do you have a passion for nurturing young minds and shaping early childhood development?

GSL Education are inviting dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join a thriving nursery setting within a primary school in Portsmouth as a Nursery Practitioner. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who are committed to fostering a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment where young children can develop key foundational skills.

About the Role:

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting children in their early years, encouraging their social, emotional, and cognitive development through engaging activities and structured play. You will work as part of a dedicated team to create a nurturing and inclusive setting where every child feels safe, valued, and supported.

Responsibilities of the Nursery Practitioner:

• Provide high-quality care and learning experiences for children in the early years setting, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
• Support children’s early development in line with the EYFS framework, focusing on language, communication, and social interaction.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities, including sensory play, storytelling, and creative sessions to encourage exploration and curiosity.
• Monitor and assess children’s progress and development, providing regular feedback to parents and the wider nursery team.
• Promote positive behaviour management strategies, ensuring children feel encouraged, confident, and secure.
• Support children’s personal care routines, including feeding, dressing, and hygiene, maintaining high standards of health and safety.

Requirements of the Nursery Practitioner: To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Experience working with children in an early years or nursery setting (school-based, private nursery, or childcare experience is highly desirable).
• A recognised early years qualification, such as Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare, Early Years Education, or equivalent (desirable but not essential).
• An understanding of the EYFS framework, child development principles, and early learning strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• A patient, caring, and creative approach, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate of £12.83, acknowledging your dedication and skills.
• Work in a well-structured and supportive secondary school with experienced staff.
• A dedicated consultant to guide and support you throughout your placement.
• Flexible work arrangements, including part-time options for the right candidate.

If you are passionate about supporting young learners and making a meaningful difference in their early development, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Nursery Practitioner’ in a primary school role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

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