Level 2 Early Years Educator

Early Years Nursery Practitioner - Baby Room –  Greenwich – Immediate Start

We are collaborating with a fantastic nursery school in Greenwich to recruit a new L2 Early Years Practitioner for their team, with the aim of starting on a permanent basis as soon as possible. This nursery school offers a delightful and open-plan setting where children can flourish and develop, along with excellent opportunities for training and skill enhancement.

The Role

Based in the baby room, we are looking for someone level 2 trained as a minimum. 

As an early years practitioner in this supportive and inclusive atmosphere, you will be responsible for assisting children aged 0 to 5 years. Your duties will include creating a safe and enriching educational environment. A strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is crucial.

Additionally, this position allows you to creatively employ resources to inspire and elevate the children's learning experiences.

Hours (if applicable)

Full time position (41 hours a week)

4 ½ days a week (4 x full days  8am-6pm  with a 1-hour break and 1 x ½ day  8am-1pm  or  1pm   6pm )

½ day can vary and you are accommodating for appointments etc.

The ideal candidate

• Level 3 EYFS Practitioner
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and pedagogy
• Experience of engaging children with learning, through effective communication and full understanding of a child’s needs
• Be a positive role model
• A flexible, ‘can do’ attitude
• Passion for working with young children

The Nursery

This nurturing nursery environment fosters a creative Early Years curriculum that stimulates children's inherent curiosity. The role involves crafting educational activities and resources, with a significant focus on engaging young people and allowing them to use their imagination through play and development tasks.

The nursery features a robust, supportive, and empathetic management team that places a high priority on the well-being of its employees. They offer opportunities for professional development, training, and regular pay increases. The welcoming and nurturing atmosphere provides an ideal setting for you to thrive and develop your skills.

Benefits:

• Full time  position (41 hours a week)
• 4 ½ days a week (4 x full days  8am-6pm  with a 1 hour break and 1 x ½ day  8am-1pm  or  1pm   6pm )
• ½ day can vary and you are accommodating for appointments etc 
• Staff wellbeing focussed  with a Staff Wellbeing Manager, wellbeing meetings quarterly (more if required), wellbeing app available cycle to work scheme
• Career progression  and funded training provided
• Regular pay rises
• Uniform provided
• Closed over Christmas and new year
• Extra day of holiday  for every year your work for us over 2 years
• Amazing outdoor space, with forest school at the local nature reserve as part of our curriculum
• Free lunches  the last week of the month when money is tight
• Free parking