Nursery Assistant/Nursery Practitioner role supporting early years children in a play-based setting in Tooting, South London, through Pertemps Croydon. You'll work proactively with the team, safeguarding children and tailoring support to individual needs. Standout perk: flexibility to work across different nursery environments (with travel up to 45 minutes).
- Play-based early years education role
- Varied nursery environments
- DBS support through Pertemps
The role of the Nursery Practitioner / Assistant involves:
Being proactive whilst using your initiative throughout the working day to support the staff team.
Being a team player.
Caring for the children’s well-being.
Safeguarding the children and having their best interests at heart.
Educating the children in a play-based environment.
Fully engaging and interacting with the children whilst supporting their individual needs.
·Requirements:
Hold a relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 in Childcare)
Unqualified with a minimum of 6 months previous experience working in nursery or childcare settings
Be passionate about supporting children's development and learning
Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Be flexible and adaptable to different nursery environments
Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude
Have the ability to use their initiative
Have a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures
Be able to work independently as well as part of a team
Show a commitment to ongoing professional development
Be willing to travel up to 45 minutes from home
Have an up to date DBS check on the update system (or be willing to obtain one through Pertemps)
