82 Senior Practitioner jobs

NURSERY ROOM LEADER  Job Location: Nr Epsom, Surrey Job Ref: 3265  Salary Guide: up to £23k dep on experience This lovely countryside setting are looking for an experienced room leader for babies.  Great salary and benefits offered including working week 4.5 days. Room Leader Requirements:  * Have a minimum Level 3 Childcare/ Early Years Qualification  * Experience in the role of a Room Leader / Room Manager  * At least two years’ experience working in the Early Years sector  * Working as part of a team and being supportive as a team player  * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum  * Full up to date knowledge of current childcare practice  * Have excellent written and verbal English.  Staff Benefits:  * Pension Scheme (auto enrol if eligible)  * Holiday Entitlement – 30 days inc Bank Holidays  * Further Training Offered  * Great staff discounts, including shopping discount vouchers  Based on 4.5 hrs per week  Job Description:  * Relevant skills for working with children aged 0 – 5 years.  * A good understanding of children’s development, together with the EYFS Curriculum  * Experience of leading and supporting a team  * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum  * To plan, prepare and review the curriculum with your team reflective of the EYFS  * To be motivated and able to motivate children and staff  * An ability to work on own initiative.  * An ability to communicate effectively with parents and build a relationship of trust with them.  * To possess a reasonable standard of literacy and the ability to write reports as appropriate.  * A willingness to work as part of and contribute positively to the staff team.  * A willingness to attend staff meetings, training courses and nursery parent’s evenings as appropriate.  Please apply by emailing your CV to us: We look forward to talking to you and discussing the role anytime – 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm on Saturday

Supply Staff Early Years Practitioners We are currently recruiting Full and Part time Early Years Practitioners for our pool of supply staff at York Childcare Ltd. We operate from Joseph’s, Heather’s and Scarcroft Green Nurseries.   Full time positions are for 37.5 hours per week, working within flexible shift patterns enabling nurseries to offer care from 7.30am to 6pm all year.   Part time positions are also available.   Responsibilities To be committed to providing a stimulating, safe and caring Nursery environment which is fully inclusive and enables each child to reach their full potential.   Experience We are looking for a committed, self motivated person who enjoys providing high quality childcare to children. You must be a highly motivated and enthusiastic person who can work on your own initiative as well as part of a team. Good working knowledge of the Early Years foundation stage is desirable. Must have knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage and ideally a Level 3 Qualification in childcare / education / learning in the early years.   Pay The rate of pay will be discussed at interview.   Post-holders will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) and employment will be subject to receipt of two satisfactory references.   To request an application form please email  recruitment@yorkchildcare.co.uk or telephone 01904 409763.

Job Summary Headstart   Limited Nurseries based in East London, England Recruiting Qualified Nursery Practitioners Competitive rates depending on experience. We are seeking experienced Nursery Practitioners at their Milton Keynes branch to undertake the daily teaching of the room to ensure high standards are developed and maintained. You will be required to support the Montessori Teacher in the above role. You will be an outstanding Nursery Practitioner and role model and qualified to Cache Diploma in Childcare or above. You will need to have the following   qualifications, training and experience: • A minimum of a full and relevant Diploma or above childcare qualification • 1 year plus experience of working in a room. • A Good understanding of the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. • Ability to communicate effectively • Sound knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage Good understanding of: • The Children Act and Early Years Foundation Stage Welfare Requirements • Knowledge of childcare Qualifications and Skills Level 3 in Childcare or above Benefits Competitive Salary Continuous Professional Development Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary Headstart   Limited Nurseries based in East London, England Recruiting Qualified Nursery Practitioners Competitive rates depending on experience. We are seeking experienced Nursery Practitioners at their Milton Keynes branch to undertake the daily teaching of the room to ensure high standards are developed and maintained. You will be required to support the Montessori Teacher in the above role. You will be an outstanding Nursery Practitioner and role model and qualified to Cache Diploma in Childcare or above. You will need to have the following   qualifications, training and experience: • A minimum of a full and relevant Diploma or above childcare qualification • 1 year plus experience of working in a room. • A Good understanding of the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. • Ability to communicate effectively • Sound knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage Good understanding of: • The Children Act and Early Years Foundation Stage Welfare Requirements • Knowledge of childcare Qualifications and Skills Level 3 in Childcare or above Benefits Competitive Salary Continuous Professional Development Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary Headstart   Limited Nurseries based in Southend area, Recruiting Qualified Nursery Practitioners Competitive rates depending on experience. We are seeking experienced Nursery Practitioners at their Southend branch to undertake the daily teaching of the room to ensure high standards are developed and maintained. You will be an outstanding Nursery Practitioner and role model and qualified to Cache Diploma in Childcare or above. You will need to have the following   qualifications, training and experience: • A minimum of a full and relevant Diploma or above childcare qualification • 1 year plus experience of working in a room. • A Good understanding of the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. • Ability to communicate effectively • Sound knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage Good understanding of: • The Children Act and Early Years Foundation Stage Welfare Requirements • Knowledge of childcare Qualifications and Skills Level 3 in Childcare or above Benefits Competitive Salary Continuous Professional Development Job Type: Full-time

EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER  Job Location: Chessington, Surrey  Job Ref: 3234  Salary Guide: up to £18,500 dep on exp  Qualified level 2 or above Early Years Practitioner needed for this very busy setting based in Chessington, with great transport links. Great future career progression with this Provider.  Early Years Practitioner Requirements:  * Have a minimum Level 2 Childcare / Early Years Qualification  * Previous nursery setting experience.  * Working as part of a team and being supportive as a team player  * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum  * Full up to date knowledge of current childcare practice  * Have excellent written and verbal English.  Staff Benefits:  * Pension Scheme (auto enrol if eligible)  * Holiday Entitlement – 20 days plus Bank Holidays  * Further Training Offered  Job Description:  * Relevant skills for working with children aged 0 – 5 years.  * A good understanding of children’s development, together with the EYFS Curriculum  * A good awareness of health and safety issues  * An ability to carry out light physical duties to include lifting children, housekeeping tasks and setting up the learning environment.  * An ability to work on own initiative.  * An ability to communicate effectively with parents and build a relationship of trust with them.  * To possess a reasonable standard of literacy and the ability to write reports as appropriate.  * A willingness to work as part of and contribute positively to the staff team.  * A willingness to attend staff meetings, training courses and nursery parent’s evenings as appropriate.  Please apply by emailing your up to date CV to us: We look forward to talking to you and discussing the role anytime – 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm on Saturday Job Reference: 1807/3234

NURSERY ROOM LEADER  Job Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire  Job Ref: 3243  Salary Guide: up to £22k dep on experience Based in central Basingstoke, this very busy setting are looking for a new room leader for one of rooms, to lead and support the team within the unit. Great transport links together with a great company to work for  Room Leader Requirements:  * Have a minimum Level 3 Childcare/ Early Years Qualification  * Experience in the role of a Room Leader / Room Manager  * At least two years’ experience working in the Early Years sector  * Working as part of a team and being supportive as a team player  * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum  * Full up to date knowledge of current childcare practice  * Have excellent written and verbal English.  Staff Benefits:  * Pension Scheme (auto enrol if eligible)  * Holiday Entitlement – 21 days plus Bank Holidays  * Further Training Offered  * Great staff discounts, including shopping discount vouchers  Job Description:  * Relevant skills for working with children aged 0 – 5 years.  * A good understanding of children’s development, together with the EYFS Curriculum  * Experience of leading and supporting a team  * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum  * To plan, prepare and review the curriculum with your team reflective of the EYFS  * To be motivated and able to motivate children and staff  * An ability to work on own initiative.  * An ability to communicate effectively with parents and build a relationship of trust with them.  * To possess a reasonable standard of literacy and the ability to write reports as appropriate.  * A willingness to work as part of and contribute positively to the staff team.  * A willingness to attend staff meetings, training courses and nursery parent’s evenings as appropriate.  Please apply by emailing your up to date CV to us: We look forward to talking to you and discussing the role anytime – 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm on Saturday Job Reference: 1807/3243

NURSERY TEAM LEADER  Job Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex  Job Ref: 3244  Salary Guide: up to £23,000 dep on exp An experienced senior practitioner needed to support and oversee this busy baby unit in a great setting in Burgess Hill. Great salary, benefits and future progression with this provider  Team Leader Requirements:  * Have a minimum Level 3 Childcare / Early Years Qualification  * Experience in the role of a Room Leader / Team Leader  * At least two years’ experience working in the Early Years sector  * Working as part of a team and being supportive as a team player  * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum  * Full up to date knowledge of current childcare practice  * Have excellent written and verbal English.  Staff Benefits:  * Pension Scheme (auto enrol if eligible)  * Holiday Entitlement – 21 days plus Bank Holidays plus Xmas closure  * Further Training Offered  * Great staff discounts  * Other company perks including shopping discount vouchers  Job Description:  * Relevant skills for working with children aged 0 – 5 years.  * A good understanding of children’s development, together with the EYFS Curriculum  * Experience of leading and supporting a team  * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum  * To plan, prepare and review the curriculum with your team reflective of the EYFS  * To be motivated and able to motivate children and staff  * An ability to work on own initiative.  * An ability to communicate effectively with parents and build a relationship of trust with them.  * To possess a reasonable standard of literacy and the ability to write reports as appropriate.  * A willingness to work as part of and contribute positively to the staff team.  * A willingness to attend staff meetings, training courses and nursery parent’s evenings as appropriate.  Please apply by forwarding us your up to date CV: – We look forward to talking to you and discussing the role anytime – 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm on Saturday Job Reference: 1807/3244

NURSERY ROOM LEADER  Job Location: Peterborough  Job Ref: 3245  Salary Guide: up to £22k dep on experience  This great setting in Peterborough are looking for a new room manager to work alongside the management team and lead a busy room. Great benefits with this provider.  Room Leader Requirements:  * Have a minimum Level 3 Childcare/ Early Years Qualification  * Experience in the role of a Room Leader / Room Manager  * At least two years’ experience working in the Early Years sector  * Working as part of a team and being supportive as a team player  * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum  * Full up to date knowledge of current childcare practice  * Have excellent written and verbal English.  Staff Benefits:  * Pension Scheme (auto enrol if eligible)  * Holiday Entitlement – 21 days plus Bank Holidays  * Further Training Offered  * Great staff discounts, including shopping discount vouchers  Job Description:  * Relevant skills for working with children aged 0 – 5 years.  * A good understanding of children’s development, together with the EYFS Curriculum  * Experience of leading and supporting a team  * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum  * To plan, prepare and review the curriculum with your team reflective of the EYFS  * To be motivated and able to motivate children and staff  * An ability to work on own initiative.  * An ability to communicate effectively with parents and build a relationship of trust with them.  * To possess a reasonable standard of literacy and the ability to write reports as appropriate.  * A willingness to work as part of and contribute positively to the staff team.  * A willingness to attend staff meetings, training courses and nursery parent’s evenings as appropriate.  Please apply by emailing your up to date CV to us: We look forward to talking to you and discussing the role anytime – 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm on Saturday Job Reference: 1807/3245

Marylebone Services work with a huge variety of childcare settings in and around London who require Level 3 Nursery Nurses to work on a temporary basis, this can be day to day, short or long term. This is a perfect opportunity to work days and hours that meet your requirements and work around your life commitments. We supply staff to many childcare settings around London, these include Private & Government Nurseries Schools Creches Centres Holiday clubs Breakfast & Afterschool Clubs If you are an Experienced, Qualified and flexible nursery nurse and meet the below requirements then please apply today. Requirements Up to date DBS (if not, this can be done through us) Childcare qualification (minimum level 3) Paediatric First aid Experienced Understanding of the EYFS When you join our agency, you will receive many benefits such as: Competitive rates of pay £9.20-£9.75 an hour Chance to become employee of the month Holiday pay Opportunity to broaden your experience The ability to work on days and times that meet your needs and requirements. If this sounds like the ideal job for you then please apply today and we can arrange for you to come in and register with us. I look forward to hearing from you.  For further information please contact Natalie on 0207 960 4980 or email Natalie.brightly@maryleboneservices.co.uk

To work as a key person and as part of the team under the direction of the manager. To lead the room in providing safe, high quality education and care for young children which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting. To lead the planning of the curriculum using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance and maintain accurate and effective children’s records. To lead the room in implementing an effective daily routine. To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session. To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met. Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members. To advise the Manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary. To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences. Ensure that children are kept safe and that staff understand and when necessary follow child protection procedures. To support meal times within the setting. To actively participate at team meetings, supervisor meetings and appraisal meetings. To implement good practise and good conduct as a senior member of staff, supporting all staff and engaging in a good staff team. To oversee cleaning rotas and ensure rooms are clean and tidy at all times. Look upon the nursery as a ‘whole’. Be flexible within your working practises and be constantly aware of the changing needs of the children and nursery. To support and train apprentice members of staff. To attend training courses as required and to take responsibility for your development. To keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff, which is required as part of the job. To be aware of and adhere to all the setting’s operational policies and procedures, e.g. health and safety, fire precautions, dropping off and collection of children, food safety, cleanliness of the setting etc. To ensure that adequate records are kept and updated regularly. To promote the nursery to current parents and potential customers. To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Manager, in accordance with the setting’s business plan/objectives. It is the nature of working in a nursery that tasks and responsibilities are on occasion unpredictable and varied, so to retain flexibility this job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties discussed and directed by the Nursery Manager/Operations Manager. Person specification Essential criteria Willingness to learn. Level 3 early years education and childcare qualification or equivalent, and a commitment/willingness to obtain a higher qualification. Previous experience of working with young children. Sound knowledge of child development for children from birth to five years. Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Knowledge of child protection procedures. Good communication skills. An understanding of play based approaches to children’s learning and development. Commitment to equal opportunities. Commitment to working effectively with young children and families. Friendly and flexible approach at work which facilitates the development of effective relationships. Ability to manage Children’s behaviour. Desirable criteria Willingness to undertake further training. Current First Aid at Work qualification. Current Food Hygiene certificate. Previous experience of leading a room. Terms and conditions Hours: 40 per week Salary range: Dependant on qualification and experiences This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and does require a Disclosure Barring Scheme check. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

A lovely nursery in Holland Park is looking to recruit a Room Leader for their toddler room (12 x 2-3 year olds) This is a full time permanent position and you will be required to work 40 hours per week Monday to Friday. As Room Manager you will be expected to support and lead the staff members within your room as well as carry out planning and observations on your key children. If you meet the below requirements please apply today: Experience of being Room Leader Minimum Level 3 qualification Understanding of EYFS, Safeguarding, Ofsted and First Aid Up to date DBS Team Player Excellent communicator both written and spoken Start date- ASAP Salary- £20,500

This outstanding family run nursery has an exciting opportunity for a pre-school room lead. They believe that children should be at the centre of the daily routine, to grow, learn and develop in a happy environment. This also applies to staff alike, no one day is like any other. You would be joining an experienced, highly skilled, supportive nursery team.   The nursery is based in a converted Victorian house which maintains it character from the outside but inside they have alter the nursery so all the children are on the same floor. This supports the transition from room to room. All rooms have specific garden spaced tailored to the needs of the children. As the room lead you would be responsible for the day to day running of the room, which is well resourced, the team are supportive, passionate experience. This is a great opportunity for someone who is currently a senior or someone who is keen to step up to the next level. Parking is available, excellent transport links and the train station is just around the corner, plenty of shops and restaurants are on your door step too. For a confidential chat please call our early years expert Karen today on 0117 930 4000.

This large, family run, outstanding nursery in the heart of Cotham is looking to recruit an experienced nursery nurse. This is a unique role, to take on a role of reflective lead practitioner. The nursery is based in a Victorian House, each age group babies to 5 years has their own floor, with additional space for baby massage, yoga and much more. As the Reflective lead you would be part of the management team and be responsible for the practice of the nursery, coaching and training, mentoring staff and developing their knowledge and practice. Having a sound knowledge of how children play and learn through all their milestones is imperative for the role. This is a new role, which will require the successful applicant to have a flexible approach, demonstrate innovation and sound communication skills. This is the first time this nursery has introduced a role like this to their setting, they are at the forefront of innovation and are keen to recruit a likeminded individual who can bring their expertise within early years to the setting to continue their outstanding work in childcare. To discuss this role further please contact Karen our Early Years specialist for a confidential chat.

An “Outstanding” Nursery, rated by Ofsted is currently looking for Nursery Practitioners for all ages and a Forest School teacher. Spacious, bright and very welcoming this nursery is situated in Downend, close to M32 and ideal for anyone who needs to use public transport. This Nursery offers great features including a roof top garden and other external spaces ideal for play exploration, make believe and learning. The kindergarten room has recently been redecorated with new flooring and toilets and fantastic new equipment all the way from Germany including a built in play area. All ages always have the freedom to go and explore whether it’s inside or outside. In the garden there is a large play area, bugs corner, sandpits and a water feature, it has been redesigned to make it suitable for all ages in all weathers. All observations are “in the moment” and recorded on “connect” which will allow you to spend more time interacting with the children and not carrying out so much planning! On a weekly basis you will have the chance to get on your wellies and take a trip to Blaise castle, to take part in forest school and go off exploring with the little ones. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is looking for progression in there early years career as promotions happen regularly. You will receive 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays) free parking and experience team building days. If you are interested, apply today!